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Recovery Unplugged: "A Sonnet of Relapse and Resilience"

Content Warning: The stories shared in "Recovery Unplugged" often deal with the difficult realities of substance abuse, mental health issues, and recovery. These are real entries written by real people. They were submitted because the writers want others to know that they are not alone. They may touch on topics that could be triggering for some readers. Please proceed with caution and prioritize your wellbeing. Remember, it's okay to step back if you need to. And as always, we encourage reaching out to a trusted professional if you're struggling.


A Sonnet of Relapse and Resilience by Anonymous


In the heart of darkness, I stumbled and fell,

A relapse, a return to a familiar hell.

Old ghosts rose, whispering my defeat,

The cycle of addiction seemed to repeat.


Yet within the tempest, a truth emerged clear,

Relapse is a stumble, not the end I fear.

For each fall is but a lesson learnt,

Each scar, a testament to battles fought, not spurned.


Though haunted by shadows of guilt and shame,

I rose once more, refusing to be tamed.

Relapse is not failure, but a part of the fight,

A detour on my journey towards the light.


So, here's to resilience in the face of despair,

I am not my relapse, but the courage to repair.

Facing the demons in addiction and recovery

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