Celebrating Recovery: My Favourite People

Originally Published: November 24th, 2024

Daily writing prompt

Who are your current most favorite people?

2025

Since answering this Daily Prompt, one year ago today, I have over 2 years of sobriety in a 12-Step program and continue to develop a relationship with my Higher Power.

After six great years at Georges P. Vanier Junior High School, this year I’ve moved to Millwood High School. There is the expected struggle of adjusting to new routines and personality types. However, this is a fresh start as I truly love working in a high school.

As a result of childhood traumas, I have spent most of my life deeply fearful of people.

I am working very hard at overcoming this in therapy. We’ve moved on from Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma responses. This work is profoundly effective, allowing me more comfort (less anxiety) when spending time with family and friends.

My favourite people are family and friends, as I work one day at a time to heal the past so I can feel more at peace in the present.

S, 🌻

2024

With 15 months of sobriety in a 12-Step program, a deepening relationship with my Higher Power and therapy to support my BPD and HPD, I have more clarity of heart to feel a deeper connection and gratitude for my favourite people – family and friends.

S, 🌻