Temporarily I Dos, I wills

I'm not sure if I really want to be in a relationship again after the last one!

Euphoric Recall. When you overlook negative experiences 

– Nick Kypriotis.

Euphoric recall is basically looking at something through rose tinted glasses or only remembering the good bits of memory.

Just Imagine that you are watching a trailer of a movie; the general plot is given but only the highlights (the good bits) ARE SHOWN. Highlights of a movie can make it seem really good and make you want to watch it. The reality is often that these were the best bits of the film and the rest is not up to expectations, and you wonder why you’ve bothered going to see it.  You need to build up an awareness of the effect euphoric recall has on you and also how other people can make it spark off.

He held me so tight like he never want to let me go.
His hold on me was like a drug! 

Euphoric recall with mind altering substances or compulsive/behavioural addictions can act in the same way, in that only the good memories are shown and in effect help build up your expectations of anticipation related to drug use and acting out behaviours. However, the reality of living the film “Some of My Using Experiences” is that you are left feeling unsatisfied, depressed, anxious, paranoid etc. In addition to these feelings you may also end up in debt, facing the consequences of your actions and in trouble with your partner, family and friends.

Think about  how many times you have been talking with others about experiences and how that has triggered off a craving. Once you are aware of how these discussions about the “good times” affect you, try to avoid them!

Yeah, but he is good and bad at using people.

Final thought

Look at the reality of not misusing other so that you may understand the facts behind your own experiences. List both the good and the bad aspects of your euphoric recalls. Be truthful and honest and don’t fool yourself!
If it was all that great then why did it end.....and all you have left are  euphoric recalls? 

Selective Memories.