Do you find yourself avoiding scary feelings? Are you running away from things you

don't want to face? How are you facing your fears today? Welcome to episode 362 of

The Recovery Show. This episode is brought to you by Roberta Desiree, Amanda,

Jennifer, Holly, and Margaret. They used the donation button on our website,

thank you Roberta, Desiree, Amanda, Jennifer, Holly, and Margaret for your

generous contributions. This episode is for you. We are friends and family members

of alcoholics and addicts who have found a path to serenity and happiness. We who

live or have lived with the seemingly hopeless problem of addiction understand

is perhaps few others can. So much depends on our own attitudes and we believe

that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Before we begin we would like to state

that in this show we represent ourselves rather than any 12-step program.

During this show we will share our own experiences. The opinions expressed here are

strictly those of the person who gave them. Take what you like and leave the

rest. We hope that you will find something in our

sharing that speaks to your life. My name is Spencer. I'm your host today and

joining me today are Kathy and Saba. Welcome both of you.

Thank you Spencer. You brought us a couple of readings Kathy.

I did. First I have courage to change on March 10th.

Part of my recovery has involved reversing some old ways of thinking.

It had been my habit to avoid painful feelings and situations to play it safe

and keep away from risk. But life involves one risk after another

and some pains unavoidable. Alonon helps me to accept what is. Instead of running away

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