expression!)? Some rotten habits are obvious, overt
(drinking too much, smoking, eating instead of
writing). List three obvious rotten habits. What’s the
payoff in continuing them?
Some rotten habits are more subtle (no time to
exercise, little time to pray, always helping others,
not getting any self-nurturing, hanging out with
people who belittle your dreams). List three of your
subtle foes. What use do these forms of sabotage
have? Be specific.
- Make a list of friends who nurture you—that’s
nurture (give you a sense of your own competency
and possibility), not enable (give you the message
that you will never get it straight without their help).
There is a big difference between being helped and
being treated as though we are helpless. List three
nurturing friends. Which of their traits, particularly,
serve you well?
- Call a friend who treats you like you are a really
good and bright person who can accomplish things.
Part of your recovery is reaching out for support.
This support will be critical as you undertake new
risks.
- Inner Compass: Each of us has an inner compass.
This is an instinct that points us toward health. It
warns us when we are on dangerous ground, and it
tells us when something is safe and good for us.
Morning pages are one way to contact it. So are
