One
problem that adult children of alcoholics (ACOA) have is that we fear failure,
but sabotage our successes. It’s such a
contradiction but I find that it’s true in my case. Someone recently told me that I was a
complicated and fascinating person. Although
the word ‘fascinating’ sounded flattering, I questioned it. What’s
so fascinating about me? I thought.
Instead
of taking the observation as a compliment I focused on the word ‘complicated’
and it made me feel anxious. Because ACOAs
struggle with what is normal, the statement sent me into a tailspin about about my ongoing quest for perfection. I know, trying
to be perfect is ridiculous but it’s just one of those annoying ACOA traits.
I’m
learning to let myself feel good and work toward increasing good in my
life. My state of mind and mood are my
responsibility. I can breathe out the
negative and anxiety that are in me and breathe in peace and serenity. I’m learning to give myself a break and taking one day
at a time.
Hi, I’m
Liz Hawkins and I’m a recovering Adult Child of an Alcoholic.
#ACoAAwareness
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