The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) identifies four pillars of recovery:
- Health
- Home
- Purpose
- Community
Let’s talk about the first one, which we probably focus on the least as addicts.
John wrote, “Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health” (3 John 1:2).
Self-care is absolutely central to successful recovery. And self-care demands several things – a healthy diet, daily exercise, spiritual disciplines, rest, and recreation. Never forget, as you take care of your recovery, to first take care of yourself.
Recovery Step: Do something healthy today.
Author: Mark Denison
Mark and Beth Denison, married for 36 years, launched There’s Still Hope as a national movement to call men and women into lives of sexual integrity. Their ministry offers 90-day recovery plans for addicts and one-on-one and group coaching for addicts and their spouses. TSH also produces resources for pastors and churches to confront the porn epidemic that is destroying so many lives.
Dr. Denison was a senior pastor for over 30 years, NBA chaplain, and board chairman at Houston Baptist University three times. With a Master’s Degree in Addiction Recovery, Mark is a certified PSAP and active member of the American Association of Christian Counselors.
Mark has written four books on recovery: Porn in the Pew, 365 Days to Sexual Integrity, A 90-Day Recovery Guide, and 40 Days to Porn-Free Living. His latest book, Jesus on the 12 Steps, will be released later this year.
