Patience, Persistence, and the True Self - Steve - ACA Speaker

Steve shares insights on the critical role of patience and persistence in their recovery, referencing the doctor’s opinion in the ACA Red Book and the three stages of recovery. They delve into their personal journey, revealing how a childhood marked by a fearful and emotionally numb mother led them to adopt a “false self” for attention and to numb pain. Through the Adult Children of Alcoholics program, Steve is actively learning to connect with their true self, tolerate emotional pain, and engage in self-care, embracing a new path beyond external validation and judgment.