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Becky  Cantor's avatar

I loved reading this . Something I can definitely relate to . I always say you can’t control other people but you can control the way you react ………… (still learning to practice what I preach ! ) xo

Elizabeth Jannuzzi's avatar

Yes, it's one thing to know that and another to put it into practice. But we keep trying! Nice to hear from you, Becky!

jen shields's avatar

Just what I needed to hear this am. Thanks for helping me with your wrestle with rumination. It’s a beast of a neighborhood sometimes.

Allison Deraney's avatar

I relate to so much of this.

And I am my best when I’m walking in the woods.

Kathleen Pennington's avatar

I got my antiquated 3rd edition and it immediately fell open to p. 449 (I have to get a 4th!)

The story used to be called “Doctor, Alcoholic, Addict.” I have read it many many times mostly through clenched teeth and furrowed brow. It continues to serve me. Acceptance IS the answer (you don’t have to like it!)

Elizabeth Jannuzzi's avatar

"Through clenched teeth and furrowed brow," so true! That's funny about the third edition! And there's a 5th edition coming! Maybe...

Kathleen Pennington's avatar

P.S. That person is an asshole. 😂