There is no power like the power of focus. We need it in our relationships, spiritual development, at work, and in recovery.
For example, psychologist Traci Stein suggests a unique technique to maintain focus at work. It’s called the “Pomodoro Technique,” which is based on working for 25 minutes, and then taking a five-minute break, throughout the day.
Alexander Graham Bell used this analogy: “The sun’s rays do not burn until brought to a focus.”
Let’s carry this over to recovery. To be successful, you must maintain a laser focus on a few basic things:
- Daily devotions
- Recovery meetings
- Working a plan
Recovery Step: Pray this simple prayer – “Lord, give me an undivided heart” (Psalm 86:11).
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.
