24-hour Recovery Connections Part 104
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Originally Posted by Neo36 
Ashamed and back with my tail between my legs....6 hours since my last drink...
Absolutely the bright spot of my day.
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Originally Posted by Kaneda8888
Congrats to some fantastic milestoners today ! Well done to all whether it be 1 week, 2 weeks or 2 years, they are all achievements which require commitment and effort, 24 hours at a time ! Gain satisfaction from this and move forward, together !
Well, I reflected more on yesterday's conundrum and I believe I knew the right thing to do all along. However, my self centredness reared up and blocked me from addressing the issue of anger and resentment I have towards my brother. When I reflected on this, I realise I was suffering from the delusion of ego and pride; that I was deflecting from reality in that I am no one special. By stepping away from the self and focusing on being of love and compassion to others, I know that by attending my mother's function I will make her happy; by attending I will have a chance to show compassion and equanimity towards my brother. As importantly, it brings relief to my mind and my heart as I know this is the right thing to do. When I reach the end of the road, I only wish to have loving memories of my family; no bitterness; no regrets; no anger. Rant over
Another 24 hours of gratitude, wisdom and sobriety pls ! Its 8:26am here !
Well, I reflected more on yesterday's conundrum and I believe I knew the right thing to do all along. However, my self centredness reared up and blocked me from addressing the issue of anger and resentment I have towards my brother. When I reflected on this, I realise I was suffering from the delusion of ego and pride; that I was deflecting from reality in that I am no one special. By stepping away from the self and focusing on being of love and compassion to others, I know that by attending my mother's function I will make her happy; by attending I will have a chance to show compassion and equanimity towards my brother. As importantly, it brings relief to my mind and my heart as I know this is the right thing to do. When I reach the end of the road, I only wish to have loving memories of my family; no bitterness; no regrets; no anger. Rant over
Another 24 hours of gratitude, wisdom and sobriety pls ! Its 8:26am here !
I agree, Kaneda, except for the part where you say that you are no one special; you are, indeed, very special.
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Neo - went from worried to relieved catching up on here. Very thankful you returned - and yes you DO deserve the warm welcome backs. 
NGB - thinking of you - we've all been there & we understand.
I'll be needing another 24 in New York please.
NGB - thinking of you - we've all been there & we understand.
I'll be needing another 24 in New York please.
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Originally Posted by erfra7
ngb neonew. hugs and love .
I think I will be posting twice a day is that's ok, I woke up with anxiety and hope and reassurance that I'm healing, for the past few days my rollercoaster is daily, but I love being sober .
willingness, acceptance, patience, letting go.
24 hrs. for this so confuse inactive alcoholic.
I think I will be posting twice a day is that's ok, I woke up with anxiety and hope and reassurance that I'm healing, for the past few days my rollercoaster is daily, but I love being sober .
willingness, acceptance, patience, letting go.
24 hrs. for this so confuse inactive alcoholic.
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Originally Posted by letitgo
24 more
grapevine quote of the day
"aa has taught me that i'm the architect of my own success or happiness. The quality of my sobriety is up to me - it will be what i want it to be."
keego harbor, mich., june 1998
from: "paradoxes of sobriety"
beginner's book
grapevine quote of the day
"aa has taught me that i'm the architect of my own success or happiness. The quality of my sobriety is up to me - it will be what i want it to be."
keego harbor, mich., june 1998
from: "paradoxes of sobriety"
beginner's book
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Originally Posted by Babs1234
in for another 24
Congratulations to you Courage you should be proud. We are very proud of you.
I won't be posting till next week as I'm leaving town for
a couple of days and won't have my computer.
Be safe everyone
Hugs
Babs
Congratulations to you Courage you should be proud. We are very proud of you.
I won't be posting till next week as I'm leaving town for
a couple of days and won't have my computer.
Be safe everyone
Hugs
Babs
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Originally Posted by BarbieKen
Hi V.,
Your Woot Woot made me think of Ardy. Have I just missed her signing in??
VW, hang in there....our son is 24 and I'm still finding the usual ink pens, money, etc. Geez...
Bobbi
Your Woot Woot made me think of Ardy. Have I just missed her signing in??
VW, hang in there....our son is 24 and I'm still finding the usual ink pens, money, etc. Geez...
Bobbi
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Originally Posted by Kaneda8888
Congrats to some fantastic milestoners today ! Well done to all whether it be 1 week, 2 weeks or 2 years, they are all achievements which require commitment and effort, 24 hours at a time ! Gain satisfaction from this and move forward, together !
Well, I reflected more on yesterday's conundrum and I believe I knew the right thing to do all along. However, my self centredness reared up and blocked me from addressing the issue of anger and resentment I have towards my brother. When I reflected on this, I realise I was suffering from the delusion of ego and pride; that I was deflecting from reality in that I am no one special. By stepping away from the self and focusing on being of love and compassion to others, I know that by attending my mother's function I will make her happy; by attending I will have a chance to show compassion and equanimity towards my brother. As importantly, it brings relief to my mind and my heart as I know this is the right thing to do. When I reach the end of the road, I only wish to have loving memories of my family; no bitterness; no regrets; no anger. Rant over
Another 24 hours of gratitude, wisdom and sobriety pls ! Its 8:26am here !
Well, I reflected more on yesterday's conundrum and I believe I knew the right thing to do all along. However, my self centredness reared up and blocked me from addressing the issue of anger and resentment I have towards my brother. When I reflected on this, I realise I was suffering from the delusion of ego and pride; that I was deflecting from reality in that I am no one special. By stepping away from the self and focusing on being of love and compassion to others, I know that by attending my mother's function I will make her happy; by attending I will have a chance to show compassion and equanimity towards my brother. As importantly, it brings relief to my mind and my heart as I know this is the right thing to do. When I reach the end of the road, I only wish to have loving memories of my family; no bitterness; no regrets; no anger. Rant over
Another 24 hours of gratitude, wisdom and sobriety pls ! Its 8:26am here !
Awesome, too.
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Originally Posted by courage2
Kaneda, I'm glad to read your post. I have a brother whom I resent, maybe with justification. For most of the last year when he was going through some significant problems, I obstinately refused to communicate or even feel compassion for him. But recently I've accepted that it doesn't help either one of us for me to hold on to the resentment. A forgiving attitude towards him may not satisfy my grudging nature, but it nourishes my sanity and may, just possibly, comfort him. So I'm pleased to see you reach a similar conclusion.
I have a brother, too. Uh, lol.
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Originally Posted by Goat
So many things I wanna say to Neo and NGB... But I'll sum it up with: You're one of us, whether you're on the wagon or off. The people here know what you're going through because we have been through it, are going through it, or really don't wanna go through it again.
On another note, I wrote half of a really solid song tonight. If the second half is as good as the first I might have a winner.
On another note, I wrote half of a really solid song tonight. If the second half is as good as the first I might have a winner.
Also, congrats on the song, sounds like your groovin, (sorry, I'm a product of the 60's)
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