Are you struggling with these?
Are you struggling with feelings and thoughts that make it difficult to function and enjoy life? Recovery, Inc. can help!
There may be many reasons why some people don't participate as much as they would like to in their place of worship and life in general. For some it's depression, stress, anxiety or fear - feelings they may not want to admit to others, or even to themselves.
The following true stories illustrate how Recovery, Inc.'s professionally developed coping tools helped people to live a more happy and full life.
Although 70% of Recovery meetings are held in places of worship, religion and spirituality are not discussed, nor are they part of our self-help method. People attending meetings are encouraged to look to the clergy for their spiritual guidance.
Before attending Recovery meetings I....
....suffered with guilt and anxiety.
When I was about 24, I suffered an anxiety attack in church. I thought I was going to die. My heart raced and I felt hot and dizzy. I ran out of the church. For many years I was scared to death to go back. This led to guilt and anger.
I thought I was a Christian, but how could I be a good one if I couldn't even go to services? I would try to go - but turn away outside the door.
I had missed attending church, going forward for communion and attending weddings and funerals. Today I can. Recovery, Inc. has saved my life. I now enjoy every day.
....had been hospitalized twice.
After my discharge from the hospital for depression, I attended Recovery meetings. Recovery has helped me cope with setbacks well enough to avoid being hospitalized for the last four years. I learned how to bear the discomfort of forcing myself to function, even when I didn't feel like moving.
....was insecure.
My young son and I were invited to a Passover seder. When the hostess asked me to light the candles, I became confused and self-conscious and thought, " What if my hand shakes?" So I refused.
On Rosh Hashona we were invited to another dinner, I volunteered to lead the group in prayer Before attending Recovery group meetings I'd probably have declined both invitations
....struggled with guilt.
Following an unwelcome separation from my family, I was overcome with guilt associated with leaving my three children. Recovery has enabled me to: begin coping with the guilt, overcome sleeping and eating problems and stop worrying about events which I have no control over. I have learned to forgive myself and others instead of placing blame. I'm happy and healthy.
....was afraid in church.
Before Recovery, I would never sit in a pew in the front of the church for fear I would physically collapse or panic and disgrace myself before all those people. I rarely ever went to confession for fear the priest would tell me whatever I was doing was a sin. I can now sit in the front and go to confession like an average person.
....hurt the ones I loved.
The habit of losing my temper to control others was causing my marriage and family to fall apart. I felt sorry after hurting others and wanted to change but I didn't know how. In Recovery I learned tools for coping with the everyday stressful events that upset me. I also learned how to drop the judgment that others are wrong and I am always right. Now fellowship is more important to me than winning.
Recovery's weekly meetings offer:
Reassurance through meeting friendly people with similar problems who have found a way to live a more happy life.
Understanding of what you are going through.
A Safe Place to express your feelings and fears without being judged.
Hope from others who have gotten well.
Support and acceptance that may be lacking at home, school or work.
Help through learning and practicing a simple set of coping skills, which encourage personal growth and improved mental health.
Encouragement to keep trying.
Recovery meetings are not a substitute for professional care or medications.
Recovery meetings are economical - no registration and no fee is required for attendance. Voluntary donations are accepted to help cover expenses. Recovery's volunteer leaders are authorized and trained. They receive no financial compensation.
What Is Recovery?
Recovery, Inc. is a non-profit, self-help organization that has offered a valuable community service since 1937. Recovery's method teaches people how to change the thoughts, reactions and behaviors that are causing their physical and emotional symptoms. There are nearly 700 weekly group meetings in the United States and abroad. Recovery is completely member managed.
Clergy members are invited to attend Recovery meetings and observe how the method works.
Who Attends Meetings?
People from all walks of life, facing many types of emotional challenges attend Recovery meetings. Some people are under the care of a doctor or other professional, others have simply read about Recovery or have heard about it from a friend or relative.
How Do I Find the Group Nearest Me?
Weekly Recovery meetings are available in your area. For information please contact:
INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS, 802 North
Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60610
TEL: (312) 337-5661, FAX: (312) 331-5756
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