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Mental wellness invites us to reflect on how the ways of Recovery correspond with our natural desire for happiness. Recovery places the divine love in our hearts, drawing us closer to Recovery. God (or a higher power) can fulfill the deepest desires of our hearts.
How is this approach making a difference in my Recovery? I was once consumed with winning, achievement, being perfect, looking good, and accumulating material goods. Now I want to allow God to direct my actions, serve and love my wife and children, work my plan of recovery, and serve others with similar conditions as mine by writing, facilitating a group, and connecting to Recoverees.
When I compare the two stages in my life, early on, I did whatever it took to be happy. Happiness was a mask to cover the emotional and mental pain, so that I could survive. Now, I realize suffering and hardship cannot be avoided because it is part of the fabric of being human. I also realize true happiness is a thing of beauty. I feel this kind of happiness during my prayer time, when I see my wife, the children confiding in me, interacting with family members, and writing.
How do you define happiness?
Superhuman Being
Peace
Larry