Old dreams needn’t die
“Lost dreams awaken and new possibilities arise.”
Basic Text, p.88
Most of us had dreams when we were young. Whether we dreamed of a dynamic
career, a large and loving family, or travels abroad, our dreams died when our
addiction took hold. Anything we ever wanted for ourselves was cast away in our
pursuit of drugs. Our dreams didn’t go beyond the next drug and the euphoria we
hoped it would bring.
Now in recovery; we find a reason to hope that our lost dreams could still come true.
No matter how old we are, how much our addiction has taken from us, or how
unlikely it may seem, our freedom from active addiction gives us the freedom to
pursue our ambitions. We may discover that we’re very talented at something, or
find a hobby we love, or learn that continuing our education can bring remarkable
rewards.
We used to put most of our energy into spinning excuses and rationalizations for our
failures. Today, we go forward and make use of the many opportunities life presents
to us. We may be amazed at what we’re capable of. With our foundation of recovery,
success, fulfillment, and satisfaction are within our reach at last.
Just for today: Starting today, I’ll do whatever I can to realize my dreams.