Question Fifty-Two: Have I noticed that, now that I don't have to cover up my addiction, I no longer need to lie like I did? Do I appreciate the freedom that goes along with that? In what ways have I begun to be honest in my recovery?

I do, actually, appreciate the freedom that comes with not having to lie. I never thought I lied out of maliciousness. I lied because I needed my medication. I needed my medication in order to function. I needed to function in order to take care of everything and everyone around me.

Now, I don't have to take care of everything and everyone around me. I never really had to do that, but I thought I did. Now, I'm learning how to ask for help when I need it. I'm learning that I don't have to do everything. And, that brings freedom.