FEELING SAFE:

One of the long-term effects of being in a
dysfunctional environment is that we
don’t feel safe.

This can cause us to control, obsess, or
focus on the other person, while

neglecting ourselves or shutting down
our feelings.

We can learn to make ourselves feel safe
and comfortable, as part of a nurturing,
loving, attitude toward ourselves.

Sometimes, we get a feeling of safety and
comfort when we attend Twelve Step

meetings or support groups. Being with a
friend or doing something nice for

ourselves helps us feel protected and
loved. Reaching out to another person

can help us feel safe. Often, prayer and
meditation can help us affirm that our
Higher Power cares for us.

We are safe now. We can relax. Perhaps
others haven’t been there for us in a

consistent, trustworthy way, but we are
learning to be there for ourselves.

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