JFT July 25 - Twelfth Step "Failure"?
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JFT July 25 - Twelfth Step "Failure"?
"Having had a spiritual awakening as a result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to addicts, and to practice these principles in all our affairs."
Step Twelve
There is no such thing as a "failed" Twelfth Step call. Even if our prospect doesn't get clean, we have accomplished two purposes. We have planted the seed of recovery in the mind of the addict with whom we have shared our experience, strength, and hope. And we ourselves have stayed clean another day. Rarely does a recovering addict leave a Twelve Step call with anything but a deep dose of gratitude.
Sometimes we are practicing the Twelfth Step without realizing it. When our co-workers or other acquaintances know some of our history and see what kind of person we are today, they know where to go when they have a friend or loved one in need of our help. We are often the best attraction that NA has to offer.
For many addicts, the Twelfth Step is the cornerstone of recovery. We truly believe that "we can only keep what we have by giving it away". The paradox of the Twelfth Step is evident, for in giving, we receive.
Just for today: I will remember that I am a living example of the Twelfth Step. I cannot "fail" when I try to carry the message to another addict.
pg. 215
Just For Today Daily Meditation is the property of Narcotics Anonymous©
Step Twelve
There is no such thing as a "failed" Twelfth Step call. Even if our prospect doesn't get clean, we have accomplished two purposes. We have planted the seed of recovery in the mind of the addict with whom we have shared our experience, strength, and hope. And we ourselves have stayed clean another day. Rarely does a recovering addict leave a Twelve Step call with anything but a deep dose of gratitude.
Sometimes we are practicing the Twelfth Step without realizing it. When our co-workers or other acquaintances know some of our history and see what kind of person we are today, they know where to go when they have a friend or loved one in need of our help. We are often the best attraction that NA has to offer.
For many addicts, the Twelfth Step is the cornerstone of recovery. We truly believe that "we can only keep what we have by giving it away". The paradox of the Twelfth Step is evident, for in giving, we receive.
Just for today: I will remember that I am a living example of the Twelfth Step. I cannot "fail" when I try to carry the message to another addict.
pg. 215
Just For Today Daily Meditation is the property of Narcotics Anonymous©
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12th step
Peace,
I like this part of the 12th step..."People see us on the street and remember us as devious, frightened loners."
I live in the same city that I used in. I see people often who remember when...
They are amazed and often say things like, "When did you get out?"
or "What church do you go to?" When they find out the truth, they smile.
My sponsor taught me that sometimes, we may be a newcomer's first exposure to the fellowship and that the strongest message we carry is in the way we live...
Because of the work that I do, I also see active addicts that I knew from the street, who also wonder what happened. I just try to be the arrow that points the way...
I like this part of the 12th step..."People see us on the street and remember us as devious, frightened loners."
I live in the same city that I used in. I see people often who remember when...
They are amazed and often say things like, "When did you get out?"
or "What church do you go to?" When they find out the truth, they smile.
My sponsor taught me that sometimes, we may be a newcomer's first exposure to the fellowship and that the strongest message we carry is in the way we live...
Because of the work that I do, I also see active addicts that I knew from the street, who also wonder what happened. I just try to be the arrow that points the way...
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