Courage To Change 04/22/14
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Courage To Change 04/22/14
At first, the idea of searching for defects of character, wrongs, shortcomings, and harm I have done can seem like just another excuse to be hard on myself. That’s why it’s so important to concentrate
on the first three Steps long enough to develop a strong spiritual foundation.
In these early Steps, we admit the areas over which we are powerless—such as alcoholism and other people— and learn that a Power greater than ourselves has no such limitations. We decide to place our will and our life in the hands of this Higher Power. We let go of burdens
that were never ours to carry. And we begin to treat ourselves more kindly and more realistically. When we move on to later Steps, we do so for our well-being. We begin a process that is immensely rewarding, and we go forward under the guidance of a Higher Power. This enables us to be much more gentle with our recovery.
on the first three Steps long enough to develop a strong spiritual foundation.
In these early Steps, we admit the areas over which we are powerless—such as alcoholism and other people— and learn that a Power greater than ourselves has no such limitations. We decide to place our will and our life in the hands of this Higher Power. We let go of burdens
that were never ours to carry. And we begin to treat ourselves more kindly and more realistically. When we move on to later Steps, we do so for our well-being. We begin a process that is immensely rewarding, and we go forward under the guidance of a Higher Power. This enables us to be much more gentle with our recovery.
Today’s Reminder
The first three Steps are the cornerstone on which my progress is built. No matter how long I have been in this program, I won’t hesitate to touch base with the foundation of my spiritual health.
“I now have a goal I can see clearly and the program with which to work toward it. It is my guide to self improvement, comfort, and a better way of life.”
The Dilemma of the Alcoholic Marriage
“I now have a goal I can see clearly and the program with which to work toward it. It is my guide to self improvement, comfort, and a better way of life.”
The Dilemma of the Alcoholic Marriage
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