[lonlion]

Dan hello, and welcome back!

I had my first relapse last year after having more than 9 months clean. Did I kick my a$$, you betcha. But now after over 10 months clean, I can look back and see that I wasn't working my program the way that I should have. I believe I became somewhat complacent believing that all I had to do on a daily basis is not pick up. They say as hard as it is coming through the doors the first time, it is twice as hard going through them the second, or third etc time. Takes a lot of humility.

BIG kudos for you for coming back! I don't think I can answer your question about spiritual principles or faith, as I believe only you can answer that for yourself. It's a personal journey. If you meditate/pray on it, I am sure you will get an answer.

This time around is so very different for me. I have less stress, even though my life after the accident has given me so many physical challenges. I can only give credit to my increased spirituality, and working my steps thoroughly with a very loving and patient sponsor.

Big hugs for you "Uncanny Dan"

Love Diana