Have you ever vowed to stop drinking, but then you drink again anyway?

And that's a rhetorical question because I know the answer is yes.

It's frustrating when we keep doing this to ourselves and it just completely destroys our belief in ourselves,

which is a pretty important part of staying sober.

In this episode, I am discussing instant gratification,

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focused on gratitude. In a world that often feels overwhelming,

it's easy to overlook the simple moments of gratitude that can transform our perspective.

Imagine taking a moment each day to reflect on what you appreciate, whether that's a good

friend who accepts you for who you are, the beauty of nature, or simply a moment of peace.

I've been allowing more gratitude into my life lately and it feels really good. The more we practice

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