2. For our group purpose there is but one ultimate authority — a loving God as He may express Himself in our group conscience. Our leaders are but trusted servants; they do not govern. ~ Tradition 2, Overeaters Anonymous Authority […]
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A Team Player
I also learned in program that I am enough. When a sports team manager assembles a team, he or she looks to combine a number of players into a single unit. The manager does not expect a group of perfect […]
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In the beginning I felt only that I didn’t fit in; by the end I was a complete outsider. ~ Overeaters Anonymous, Third Edition (Kindle Locations 1165-1166). Just wait, it will get better. Or so they say. But does it? Not […]
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How can you love a stranger? Oh, of course if you go to the Big Big Book you’re to love everybody, neighbors, one another, even your enemy. But really, a stranger? Yet, experience shows it’s true. I’ve watched newcomers in […]
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You hurt me. You didn’t hit me, cause pain, break the skin, loosen a tooth. You scared me when you pinned me against the wall… more than 35 years ago and I still hold a grudge, think less of you […]
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