Why all this insistence that every A.A. must hit bottom first? The answer is that few people will sincerely try to practice the A.A. program unless they have hit bottom. ~ AA World Services Inc. Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions (p. […]
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That Codependent Problem
The way you bleed for those who will not tend your wounds is self harm ~ Nigeen Dara Codependency: “excessive emotional or psychological reliance on a partner, typically a partner who requires support due to an illness or addiction.” Would […]
Continue reading »Wanting to Pray
The wish to pray is a prayer in itself. ~ Georges Bernanos, The Diary of a Country Priest (1936), 4, tr. Pamela Morris TheDisciples asked Jesus, “Teach us to pray.” I sit with the Steps and know to do the Eleventh and […]
Continue reading »Rebellion May Be Fatal
The moment we say, “No, never!” our minds close against the grace of God. Delay is dangerous, and rebellion may be fatal. This is the exact point at which we abandon limited objectives, and move toward God’s will for us. […]
Continue reading »Moving Forward
Even if you fall on your face, you’re still moving forward. ~ Victor Kiam Fall on your face. Maybe the carpet needs a hug. Maybe the position will remind you as you rise to pause on your knees and seek […]
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