Welcome to all the new people.
When I first came in too a recovery group, I was freaked about all
these seemingly normally people exchanging hugs. I would scurry out
the door after the meeting to avoid them and ask the question what
have I got myself into. My childhood had no such display of affection
and not much as an adult, either.
I Had built a brick wall around myself and nobody was going to get
in. It's true the that, if you and your God work on yourself that time
heals all wounds. These people kept inviting me back, which I found
strange because people in the past would say don't come back. When I
refused there hugs they didn't offended, they respected my boundaries
didn't judge or question a need for my space. Complete strangers would
offer their phone numbers, their hopes and dreams. These people must
be mad if they really new me they would run a mile, I don't even like
me or who can anyone else like me. I have no feelings!!
After a few years of working on myself with meetings, medication,
friends and a psychologist that I do have feeling and that I am over
sensitive. In this safe and nurturing atmosphere, I have found that
there are many expressions of unconditional love. These day I love a
good hug and I also find reassurance, comfort, strength and hope with
these people, who have come from hell, into the light and are just
like me. Regards Paul
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