"The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy."
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
I've been reflecting on this statement as it relates to my sobriety as well as my abilities to help others with theirs. I starting writing a lot of tripe but realized that it could all be boiled down to this: I post on this website to try and help others and by extension make myself stronger; so that I can withstand the certain trials and tribulations within my life that are certain to occur.
But, I find that thoughts and observations that once came easily no longer do so. I think I realized it when I found myself focusing more on all the in-fighting that was going on as opposed to focusing on the new people here.
So, time for AAthlete to ride off into the cycling sunset for awhile. Most likely I will check in from time to time and wish nothing but success to everyone here, regardless of whether your goal is abstinence or moderation.
Take care everyone.
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr
I've been reflecting on this statement as it relates to my sobriety as well as my abilities to help others with theirs. I starting writing a lot of tripe but realized that it could all be boiled down to this: I post on this website to try and help others and by extension make myself stronger; so that I can withstand the certain trials and tribulations within my life that are certain to occur.
But, I find that thoughts and observations that once came easily no longer do so. I think I realized it when I found myself focusing more on all the in-fighting that was going on as opposed to focusing on the new people here.
So, time for AAthlete to ride off into the cycling sunset for awhile. Most likely I will check in from time to time and wish nothing but success to everyone here, regardless of whether your goal is abstinence or moderation.
Take care everyone.
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