Man, ain't *that* the truth. The "demanding reality" part is particularly relevant for me as I approach 2 months sober. Some parts have been difficult, but some parts have been overwhelmingly refreshing. I'm quickly learning that many of my greatest internal struggles surfaced repeatedly, I think, because I knew on some level that they would drive me to start drinking. Now that I have eliminated drinking as an option, I have found myself feeling perpetually calmer and less anxious. I'm glad for that component of reality.
-Adam
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When every situation which life can offer is turned to the profit of spiritual growth, no situation can really be a bad one.-Paul Brunton
