Do I Need a Sponsor?

I’ve come to believe that going to meetings, getting a sponsor and working through the 12 steps is the most important part of recovery (that was not always my policy). Why? Because the process provides a foundation for dealing with recovery and its problems.

When I got the gift of desperation and found recovery, I was a victim of my best thinking. Someone pointed out to me that “just because you can take a gas grill apart, it doesn’t mean you can put it back together; you have to learn a new set of skills.” That made sense to me. I had been unable to think myself out of my addictions, and it was apparent to me that I wasn’t going to be able to think my way into recovery.

I needed to listen to people who had done what I needed to do, and learn from their experiences. Getting a sponsor is really the key for going through the steps effectively. Bottom line – If you don’t have one, get one! Get to a meeting and get your hand in the air – Doesn’t cost anything, but if you have a buck to kick-in for coffee, that would be great!

About the Author

Matthew Koenig is a freelance writer and principal of Last Call Marketing which devotes their efforts to Digital Marketing, SEO and Social Engagement. Concentrated in addiction recovery, Mr. Koenig is based out of South Florida. His sober date is June 10, 2013.