Remembering Your Why (Weekly Recovery Reflection)

Quote

“People lose their way when they lose their why.” —Gail Hyatt

My Thoughts

As January ends, the sparkle of a new year gives way to the rhythm of ordinary days — and that’s often when self-doubt starts to whisper. We wonder if we’re doing enough, growing fast enough, healing deeply enough. But recovery was never meant to be a performance; it’s a lifelong unfolding. What keeps us steady isn’t constant excitement — it’s connection to ourwhy.

Your “why” might be peace. It might be freedom, love, your children, your health, or simply the desire to live awake and whole. When the noise of self-criticism rises, come back to that reason. Let it be your anchor. Purpose is what transforms endurance into devotion — it gives meaning to the slow days and courage in the hard ones. You don’t need to start over; you just need to remember what your soul said yes to.

Action for the Week

Take time to reconnect with your “why.” Write it down, speak it out loud, or create a small symbol of it — a photo, word, or mantra — somewhere you’ll see daily. Each time you feel weary or uninspired, pause and place a hand on your heart. Whisper,“This is why I began.”Let that remembering renew your energy and guide you gently into February with clarity, compassion, and purpose.