I obtained a better understanding of the disease of addiction when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I came to see clearly that although I did not have power over this disease, I did have power over how I would react to my illness and what I could do for myself to aid in my recovery. I did not choose to have cancer. The doctors and my surgeon explained my options to me…

 

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