…the one thing I most fear is being afraid. Fear can become a power greater than myself. I may not be able to fix it or make it go away. ~ Family Groups, Al-Anon. Courage to Change—One Day at a […]
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Most of us find that fear is at the root of many of our damaging emotions and actions. As we grow in the twelve-step way of life, we learn that our fears usually stem from our inability to trust that […]
Continue reading »True Wisdom, Real Understanding
“God alone understands the way to wisdom; he knows where it can be found, for he looks throughout the whole earth and sees everything under the heavens. He decided how hard the winds should blow and how much rain should […]
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I do not need to fear failure. I need, rather, the peace of mind that comes with taking the action I have been putting off. ~ Anonymous, Overeaters. For Today (Kindle Locations 1644-1645). Overeaters Anonymous, Inc.. Kindle Edition. Inertia comes naturally […]
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With much fear of my old God, I sat down and wrote a description of what I really want and need from a Higher Power and decided to act as if I could act as if. ~ Overeaters Anonymous. A New […]
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