As mentioned in my first post, acceptance is emotionally validating & is the first step to recovery. Though it is important, one couldn't possibly fully achieve it if denial is a factor in the situation. DENIAL takes form in many different ways; whether one is in denial that they have an addiction/disorder or denies any type of help, the oncoming outcome always consists of frustration & an identity crisis. Anyone suffering from anything owes it to themselves to embrace whatever it is that's going on & take help. A common feeling amoungst teens going through any type of obstacle is LONLINESS. One of the many ways humans protect themselves emotionally is by sucluding themselves or believing they're alone. People will sink into depression, indulge in harmful behaviors & push loved ones away all because of denial & ONLY because of it. In a blink of an eye, everyone becomes an enemy, including yourself. This is one of the several ways ones mind can dangerously consume them & after a while you won't be fooling anyone but yourself. One will often reject help from others because they feel as though no one understands or because they feel as if it's not deserved, these are both internal issues. The reasons listed are used quite frequently but I'm beginning to learn that they aren't good excuses. No one is alone, there is always someone there & if you've stumbled across my blog then there is definitely no reason anymore to feel isolated. This is your virtual safe haven. I suggest, anyone suffering from denial, reconnects with a friend, parent or even a doctor & talk, come to terms with whats going on & don't reject yourself or others. Remember, any way you want to look at it, denial is the simplest form of lying. Relax, be honest & remember that you owe it to yourself. Good luck <3
