I posted about a week ago about a counselor position at one of the local rehab facilities in town. Well, I got the job. I passed all the background checks , and everything else went through no problem. I go in this afternoon to start orientation and set up my schedule. I've put so much thought in this, and prayed that God's will be done over the last 5 months, so I feel very good about this. I'm also grateful for all the prayers that have been said for me. In a way, it makes me feel good that my past (that qualifies me for the job) can be used for a greater purpose. I was told that they don't hire anyone who isn't in recovery, and was grateful that there will be others there who understand. I'm so excited, but a little anxious at the same time. This will be the first job I've had since getting sober, and I'm hoping I can deal with the stress that comes with it in positive ways. I'll be sure and keep you all updated as to my progress.
Thanks to all here who have shared with me over the last year, and all who have had some strength and experience to share. Life sober is so much better than I could have ever imagined, and I owe it all to AA and friends like you all. It's really true what they say...The best things really are yet to come!
From the bottom of my heart, thank you and God bless...
Brian
-- Edited by Reffner on Thursday 3rd of June 2010 09:54:40 AM
-- Edited by Reffner on Thursday 3rd of June 2010 09:55:42 AM
Dear Brian, CONGRATULATIONS! i am so excited for you. something my sponsor told me.... "there are no problems, just learning opportunities" and that changed the way i look at things. and it helps me, so thought i would share it with you. hugs jj
Thanks. I strive to be where God want's me in life today. Maybe it's through the faith he has given me, and the return of some sanity, but I trust that "still small voice" these days. I know it must be Him, because most of the time my best thinking centers around me, and I know that's not what He wants. I can also see the "proof" in the outcome of the situations I face from day to day. I'm amazed that He answers prayers that I haven't prayed, or even thought about praying. There is NO WAY I can not trust 100% that God has my back today. I can't even begin to describe the feeling of freedom I feel, but thankfully I don't have to as I'm sure most of you understand it.
Sure, I still have my up's and down's, but facing life head on today sober makes each new day an adventure. I'm thankful that I get a new chance each and every day to start over. I constantly remind myself that each journey starts with the first step. Thanks to step 2, I have the sanity to take that step in the right direction, knowing the whole time that God is right there ready to carry me through the rough spots when I need him to.
Today I truly am grateful to be a sober alcoholic!
Brian
-- Edited by Reffner on Thursday 3rd of June 2010 11:33:42 AM
Oh Brian!! Yaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!! I am thrilled for you! What a terrific way to round out a year (right?)..... you will do just fine, and your ES&H will prove priceless as you help others to work through their problems.
Good for you! Relax and enjoy the opportunity to "pass it on" with good treatment practices, and try not to take it all home with you...keep a balanced "life" for yourself!
That is awesome Brian... when I first sobered up... my first question to counselors was, "Are you an alcoholic?" The first two said no... and I walked out.
The only counselor I would ever see had to be where I was at... I'm sure you will do great...
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