Q: Can people change?
A: Yes. It is hard to change, but with the right kind of support people are capable of a lot. What helps?
The accountability of friendship. People who know what you're trying to do and that will check in with you to see how you're doing as you try. It can be a great motivator and also a great get back on trackivator.
Belief in a higher power. Yes, the AA thing. I know many folks "don't do God," but as millions of people will tell you, belief in a plan that is outside of you and a power that can support you in times of weakness can be a great help. Of course, they won't actually tell you, because they're anonymous.
Rock bottom. A great force in changing things up is the moment that you realize that things are just absolute crap and you've got to make some different choices.
All valuable, in combination and alone. Change!
No comments:
Post a Comment