Often in recovery, many individuals feel that they have lost both self-respect and the respect of others. If you or your loved one feels you are on the edge of losing that respect, and you don’t have boundaries put in place because of addiction, learning how to establish a healthy journey of recovery can make all the difference. Respect is a fundamental element of life. It establishes who you are, exhibits your self-value, and validates your value for the others around you.
During recovery, you learn to respect yourself, and you give yourself the strength to redefine who you are and what your life means. Recovery is not only about getting through detox but also about learning how to develop yourself into the person you were meant to be. It’s not always the easiest path to take, though. You can learn to respect who you are by maintaining your new focus and surrounding yourself with those who will understand your situation.
When you take the first step of learning how to respect yourself, you should give credit where it is due. Your situation is not like anyone else’s, and respecting yourself by taking the path of recovery is a huge success. You deserve the respect of yourself and others for embarking on this journey. Additionally, you are not the only one who has to relearn how to respect yourself. Your loved ones, too, will have to learn to trust and respect you again.
Your new direction involves the process of observation and understanding. Salvaging the respect of those around you takes a lot of dedication and focus. You can learn to keep focused on your promises, stick to your schedule, and learn to address your strengths and weaknesses in treatment and recovery. These skills will help you to overcome any situation that comes your way.
Addiction recovery teaches you how to be honest with yourself and others, creating a level of reliability. You don’t have to put yourself into scenarios where your respect is drawn into question. You can learn how you can adapt your boundaries to establish a path that others will respect, as well. Your integrity combines with self-respect, and your boundaries support you with the recovery process. You may need guidance with respect and boundaries if you struggle with addiction. However, there is hope that you can increase the amount of respect that you give yourself and receive from others, given the time to redirect your focus.
One great thing is that admiration follows respect. When your loved ones see you seeking help with your substance use, the level of respect they have for you may increase. If you maintain that level of focus along the entire journey, admiration sets in. When you’re seeking help in recovery, rebuilding your confidence and focusing on increasing your self-esteem is beneficial, even in the early stages of recovery. Your recovery treatment is designed for you and based on your recovery goals.
There are a lot of group therapy sessions and educational outlets that can help you build your levels of confidence and self-respect. Many people who struggle with addiction, however, find that it's difficult to even ask for help in the first place. For those people, their confidence levels begin to drop from the initial conversation. However, if you or your loved one realizes that it takes confidence to even ask for help, you can learn to respect and appreciate your confidence.
Aligning your self-confidence and your self-respect can establish honor and dignity. If you understand that you struggle with addiction, and you want to take steps to eliminate the substance from your life, you'll need strength and support. You already have the strength to ask for help, all you have to do is grab the phone.
If you want to establish respect for yourself and build the confidence you need to forgive yourself for your past decisions, there are many steps you can take. Create a list of your strengths, choose to accept compliments, and pay attention to your focus and direction. If you take these steps, the levels of self-respect will build.
If you get enough sleep and exercise on a daily basis, the mindfulness and physical routines you build can create boundaries and encourage the affirmations you need on your path. Starting yourself on the path to addiction recovery is a huge step to kickstart your healthy life. You deserve to have self-respect.
Those that love you will see that you want to make a change. Over time, they will even learn to respect you and your decisions again, regardless of past experiences and challenges you’ve gone through together. Establishing respect and boundaries is part of the addiction recovery process, and learning to embed them in a day-to-day routine can build your strength and boost your confidence. You deserve to have a positive direction in life.
If you or someone you love needs help to begin your journey to self-respect, or you need help in setting boundaries in recovery, the NorthStar Transitions team is here for you. We help men and women in different stages of addiction to overcome stresses and pursue a healthier lifestyle. We care about you and want to build a treatment plan based on you. NorthStar Transitions pushes you to be honest and reliable about your decisions, and we trust that your initial request for help demonstrates your commitment to maintaining a sober life. If you are exploring options for treatment and recovery, or if you’re looking to establish healthier boundaries in your life, then you’re already taking steps in the right direction. Addiction recovery is a smart decision that can save your life. Reach out to us today for more help, and learn how admiration and respect come with recovery. Call us at (303) 558-6400.
