Today I have decided to take a look at the things which will contribute to the strength of my sobriety. I need a reality check!

I believe good health will be important. It will help keep my moods manageable, and help relieve anxiety. Anxiety, I believe, is the single major obstacle to me staying sober. Luckily, I have found that exercise really takes the edge of it. It can take me right out of my anxiety. The physical health along with the emotional health will cure my anxiety. Working out my unhealthy behaviors, emotional, mental and spiritual will be knock out punch to my anxiety.

I believe the most important behavior change for me will be to align my pursuits along with the plan of my higher power. The purpose and focus this gives me will give me the deepest satisfaction available to me. I can see what lies ahead for me if I continue to grow spiritual, and I feel as though I will be “saved”.

When all else fails, I need to have a friend that I can be completely honest today. This keeps me from “playing ping pong in my head”, or ruminating over thoughts. When I can completely open up to somebody, it helps keep my unhealthy thinking patterns at bay. I need to start developing this kind of relationship with somebody.

It has been helpful to me to reflect on these things- you should to! What keeps you sober?