Chizuk

To a dear friend, Over the past few months Discovered each other by a shared goal As we each struggled and worked on a similar challenge Relating and encouraging, sharing and trusting A ;new world opened Breathing the freshest air of growth Breaking old habits Attempting to practise new tools Hop...

Sorry to disappoint you guys who think that getting married is going to solve your problem. I'm 62, married 38 years and only made a genuine attempt to stop masturbating about a year ago. In fact, my problem got much worse after getting married. I did OK for a few months but then fell back to my ...

It's an uphill journey ; A steep road to trudge The surroundings unfamiliar In fear's grip, I dare not budge ; Yet as I squint before me and look past my narrow path I see a widened expanse Of opportunity to unmap ; Around me trees are barren Yet the familiarity keeps me deceptively warm But ah...

I'm out of breath,my chest aches,my legs hurt,as if it breaks,I'm running the race,not to win the cup,but to reach recovery,before addiction catches up... I'm juggling the balls,that life threw my way,can't afford to lose focus,and let some slip away,I'm a mother, a friend,a daughter, and a wife,...

Rabbi Menachem Mendel Futerfass was imprisoned in Siberia for eight years. He went through unspeakable torment and suffering there, yet he came out so strong in his Emunah and religion. Throughout his stay, he was always hopeful that he would be released, and eventually he was. He was asked how h...

In reality, it is common for a ;man to feel dejected when reflecting his own spiritual state to such extent that he becomes incapable of approaching Hashem in prayer, for fear of being hypocritical; "How can I pray now, when I just degraded myself to this new spiritual low. How dare I approach G-...

Surrender is the key. Only surrender helps.Whoa, did I have a night! ; Lust knocked. I said, "go away, I'm not paying $200 just for the privilege (?) of acting out!" ;But then lust became a fire. Seriously, I was burning with the thing. I had to act out! But- I have a signed note in my drawer vow...

Dear K., As moderator of the GYE forum (and I have copied "Skeptical," who is also a moderator), it is my responsibility to monitor the forum. I can't help but notice your work ethic for recovery. It is truly astounding and you should be commended. I also feel for your struggles, especially with ...

Dear GYE, ; Today is 90 days I’m tasting the sweet sound of it Savouring its warmth What a magnificent gift My gratitude is immeasurable For not only has lust been subdued My essence has changed, improved Working on this struggle Has affected deep inside I’m a new person Have a fresh perspective...

"When lust ideas attack, we do Oiseh Shalom, which means that we take 3 steps. The 3 steps are (1) admit my own powerlessness, (2) willingness to believe and trust in Higher Power, (3) giving it over to Him because He has no limitations.