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February 8, 2022 By Castimonia

Excusable

Originally posted at: http://www.theresstillhope.org

Addicts are funny. We have mastered the science of justification for just about any behavior. Our middle circle behaviors are written mostly in pencil, not ink. And it’s true – there are things we can “get away with” that don’t break our sobriety. They are acceptable. But not smart.

G.K. Chesterton said, “We do not differ much in what we call evil, but in what we call excusable.” 

Paul said, “I have the right to do anything, but I will not be mastered by anything” (1 Corinthians 6:12). 

Let me suggest a few things that you may find excusable, but that you might be better off without.

  • Watching R-rated movies
  • Certain social media
  • Googling info on attractive actresses or news anchors
  • Walking your dog past a certain home
  • Having personal conversations with the opposite sex
  • Texting the opposite sex about personal matters

Recovery Step: Write a list of things you might find excusable, but that are unwise. And while you’re at it, you might as well write it in ink.

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October 13, 2016 By Castimonia

Castimonia Purity Podcast Episode 23: The Three Circles of Sex Addicts Anonymous

https://castimonia.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/podcast23-three-circles.mp3

Sex Addiction recovery relies on several tools that addicts can learn from. One of those is the intentional decision to look at all behaviors and categorize them.  Certain behaviors are healthy, others are obviously sinful or dangerous, and other behaviors might not be “bad” but don’t lead us in a positive direction.

Jorge and Doug discuss the power in the circles as well as their history. Listen to how you can find healing in utilizing this resource in your own journey of healing.

For more information, please visit castimonia.org or email us at puritypodcast@castimonia.org, and remember that you are not walking this road alone.

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