Message from my brother

September 6th

And this Monday morning, for a change, my mood is pretty good and tranquil. That is because I received a very nice text message from my brother this morning — basically he said that he has just realized that it has been almost a year since my decision to start therapy for my addiction and he is very happy for me. He also said that he is very proud of me and proud of my decision to start therapy and all my hard work to achieve it and continue work on my sobriety. He said that he cannot imagine what kind of courage it took for me to admit my powerlessness — admit it to myself but also to my loved ones and take that step into the unknown future. He wished me luck and strength to continue my therapy and to keep working on myself and said that the change that happened in me since I stopped drinking, in my behavior and the way I conduct myself now, is very evident and simply astounding and incredible.

He also said that he send me some kind of gift!

I felt like crying happy tears this morning when I read his message. So many good and supportive words! And the fact itself that he remembered it! If I ever need any encouragement and more strength to keep going with my decision to reclaim my life from despair and fog of addiction, all I need to do is to remember this message from my brother. And remember all other kind and sympathetic words I received from those who still care for me. That is all motivation I need, I will not let them down.

I will not let myself down!