Courage To Change 04/15/14
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Courage To Change 04/15/14
Many of us come to Al-Anon hoping to find answers to the questions that plague us. Should I leave the alcoholic? What about the financial, sexual, medical, legal, and emotional problems? How can I stop abusive behavior?
There are as many legitimate options as there are members, and Al-Anon’s position is that we must each find answers that are right for us.
The one exception is a life-threatening or violent situation. In this case, Al-Anon suggests putting first things first: ensuring the safety of ourselves and our children. Perhaps this means leaving money and keys in a safe place so that we can get out in an emergency, or calling
the police, or arranging to stay with a friend, if only for today.
We learn that we deserve to be safe.
There are as many legitimate options as there are members, and Al-Anon’s position is that we must each find answers that are right for us.
The one exception is a life-threatening or violent situation. In this case, Al-Anon suggests putting first things first: ensuring the safety of ourselves and our children. Perhaps this means leaving money and keys in a safe place so that we can get out in an emergency, or calling
the police, or arranging to stay with a friend, if only for today.
We learn that we deserve to be safe.
Today’s Reminder
In Al-Anon we don’t make anyone’s choices for them, but we do offer advice of a different kind. We suggest attending Al-Anon meetings, finding a Sponsor, and reaching out by phone. We advise our members to practice the Steps, slogans, and Traditions, and to incorporate these
principles into every aspect of our lives. This kind of advice helps us to find answers that we can live with.
principles into every aspect of our lives. This kind of advice helps us to find answers that we can live with.
“When I concentrate on my personal progress, the difficulties over which I have no control will iron themselves out.”
The Dilemma of the Alcoholic Marriage
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