Since most of us are born with an abundance of natural desires, it isn’t strange that we often let these far exceed their intended purpose. When they drive us blindly, or we willfully demand that they supply us with more satisfactions or pleasures than are possible or due us, that is the point at which we depart from the degree of perfection that God wishes for us here on earth. That is the measure of our character defects, or, if you wish, of our sins. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 65
This is where long-term hope is born and perspective is gained, both of the nature of my illness and the path of my recovery. The beauty of A.A. lies in knowing that my life, with God’s help, will improve. The A.A. journey becomes richer, the understanding becomes truth, the dreams become realities–and today becomes forever. As I step into the A.A. light, my heart fills with the presence of God.
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As I step into the A.A. light, my heart fills with the presence of … AA. It works if you work it!
My Higher Power cannot remove a defect of character that I am unwilling to let go of — I have to relinquish the Illusion of Control. It does me no good to turn my checkbook/debit card over to Providence unless I am willing to allow Good Orderly Direction to determine how and when I spend money. My natural desires for food, shelter, security, and approval can become just as out of control as my drinking; far exceeding the balance in my checking account!
Today I am satisfied with just enough! <3
AA GIVE ME A GOOD LIFE ,GOOD WAY OF THINKING MY SELF ABOUT MY LIFE,IT MOST VALUVABLE GIFT IN MY LIFE,ALWYS THINK HOW TO HELP OTHERS ,IT GIVES SOBRITY TO ME,
TRY TO SPEAKING TRUTH ,IT WAS STARTING OF AA LIFE,THINK GOOD, LOVE OTHERS,REMOVE ANGRY,DEPENDS ON GOD IN EVERY THING,PRAY GOD IN EVERY THING,