They saw her through a lens of shame and proclaimed
“She only had herself to blame.”
They couldn’t see the afflictions that lay behind the addiction,
That this wasn’t a choice; she was just another woman who’d lost her voice
She would smile and try to pretend that everything was ok whilst trying her best to keep her addiction at bay.
But some days, it was hard.
All her life, she’d felt like she didn’t belong. She didn’t know it then, but she’d been wrong.
She’d always wanted more but assumed it was out of her reach until she heard another woman preach.
This woman claimed she’d freed herself from addiction’s grip on freedom’s call and believed that every woman had the power to conquer all.
As she spoke, a quiet rebellion stirred, and for the first time in her life, the prospect of change no longer seemed absurd.
Inspired by hope, she tried new and different ways to cope.
She started by surrounding herself with other women who understood her plight who gave her the courage to continue to fight.
She no longer felt the need to hide, because she’d found her own recovery tribe
With her newfound honesty and open heart, she began to mend ties that had once been torn apart.
Her heart became a fortress, strong and true and as every scar healed, and in time her courage grew.
Armed with faith as her shield and strength as her sword, it wasn’t long before she began to reap her recovery rewards.
Her past now serves as a rich tapestry that tells a tale of battles fought, and she now shares her own story about how her newfound strength was sought.
Over time, she’s slowly changed the world’s view of what a strong, independent woman can do.
And Today with her self-esteem and confidence intact, she stands tall.
A reminder to us all that any Woman in Recovery can conquer all.
Love Fordy
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Tracey lovely piece of writing
Thank you lovely xxxx
Tracey, your words paint a vivid and powerful picture of a woman’s journey through recovery. The transformation from feeling blamed and judged to finding strength and a supportive community is truly inspiring. Your poem highlights the importance of empathy, understanding, and the power of connection. It’s through these shared experiences and mutual support that incredible growth and healing can occur.
Your writing emphasizes that recovery is not just about overcoming addiction but also about reclaiming one’s voice and self-worth. It’s a testament to the resilience and inner strength that can be found in the face of adversity.
Keep sharing your story, and continue to uplift and inspire others. Your voice is a beacon of hope for many.
thank you x
Tracy, your words carry a force that refuses to be ignored.
You paint a vivid tapestry of battle—one fought not just against addiction, but against shame, judgment, and the silencing of women’s voices. The world has often tried to define women in recovery by their past, failing to see the strength they cultivate in their fight to reclaim themselves. But your poem shatters that narrative.
This is more than a story—it’s a revolution in perspective. You show that recovery is not just about surviving; it is about standing tall, armed with self-worth, confidence, and the unwavering truth that **a woman in recovery can conquer all**.
The journey you describe—finding community, rejecting stigma, stepping fully into one’s own power—echoes through every line. Your voice is a call to action, urging the world to see recovery for what it truly is: a testament to courage, resilience, and transformation.
Thank you for sharing this. Your words are not just inspiring—they are necessary.