Don’t Let the Label of “Alcoholic” Hold You Back: “Ex-Alcoholic” Exists
Do you believe that you’re forever destined to be an alcoholic, no matter what you do?
If so, you’re not alone.
Many people who struggle with addiction feel like they’re trapped by the label of “alcoholic,” and they believe that they can never truly recover.
But here’s the thing: this belief is a self-imposed limitation.
It’s not healthy, and it’s not true.
You have the power to overcome your addiction, and you can become an ex-alcoholic.
When you embrace the fact that it’s possible to cure your addiction, and you no longer refer to yourself as an alcoholic, you’ll find a new sense of empowerment.
You’ll realize that you’re no longer the unhealthy version of yourself, and you’ll be able to focus on your continued success and well-being.
Many people who attend AA or other support groups are often told that they must refer to themselves as alcoholics in order to begin their recovery journey.
This can be a difficult concept for some people to accept, as they may not feel like they truly fit the label of “alcoholic.”
However, the idea behind using this term is to help individuals recognize and accept the power that alcohol has over them.
By acknowledging that they are alcoholics, they are able to let go of their ego and any denial they may have about their addiction, and they can start to work on their recovery in a more open and honest way.
Unfortunately, this can also lead to a situation where individuals start to believe that they are truly “alcoholics” in the traditional sense, even if they are only practicing alcoholic behavior.
They may start to see themselves as powerless and unable to control their drinking, and they may feel like they will never be able to break free from their habits.
This can be a dangerous mindset, as it can lead to feelings of hopelessness and despair.
These are also the same feelings that make people want to drink.
It’s this type of subliminal toxicity that breeds the despair that people use to continue practicing alcoholic behavior up until the day they transition into full-blown alcoholics.
It’s important for individuals in recovery to remember that they are not defined by their addiction, and that they have the power to overcome it and become ex-alcoholics.
It’s not an easy journey, but it is possible, and it can lead to a happier and healthier life.
So don’t let the label of “alcoholic” hold you back.
Embrace the fact that you can fully and completely recover, and start working towards a healthier, happier future today.
And please remember that there are more ex-alcoholics on this planet than there are active alcoholics.
