Check-In .. Tuesday 10/4

[WooDYFM]

“Although these reparations take innumerable forms, there are some
general principles which we find guiding. Reminding ourselves that we
have decided to go to any lengths to find a spiritual experience, we
ask that we be given strength and direction to do the right thing, no
matter what the personal consequences may be. We may lose our position
or reputation or face jail, but we are willing. We have to be. We must
not shrink at anything.”


~ Alcoholics Anonymous, page 79


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It took a lot of effort for me to get sober, to become willing to
accept, and to take a good honest look at myself. I have the desire to
live in the solution of recovery, so this is the next step in the
process. I cannot have any reservations about facing those who I’ve
harmed, or further growth may be hindered.


Any small aspect of my stepwork that is not completed to the fullest
of my ability could lead to an inner resentment which could keep me
from feeling hole which could potentially lead me back out away from
serenity and peace. The steps should be taken rigorously and honestly
and thoroughly in order to receive the full benefits of their purpose
and value.


Our old ways of living carry consequences – loss of careers,
relationships, missed opportunities, legal and financial difficulties,
etc. Although it may seem easier on the surface to minimize and forget
about these issues in recovery, they will likely still haunt us if not
faced head-on. For the fullest effects of Step 9, I needed to become
willing to acknowledge, admit, advance forward!!


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ANY LENGTH:

A – A.A. saved my life
N – Nothing can be fixed by taking a drink
Y – Yesterday will never happen again; neither will today

L – Love to share in meetings, both face-to-face and online
E – Energize your spirituality every day – go to a meeting
N – Nothing better than going to bed at night knowing I did the best I
can do for the day
G – Going to a meeting today? Of course!
T – Today, as usual, I have a lot to do at work. I need to stay
consciously aware that it’s not healthy to allow myself to become
overwhelmed or obsessed
H – Homegroup – a bunch of folks who know about you but still speak to
you ;)


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Tuesday Quotes:
+ Truth is Truth even if no one believes it.
A Lie is a Lie even if everyone believes it!
+ The One that ANGERS you CONTROLS you. Don’t give anyone that power;
especially the One who does it intentionally.
+ The happiest people don’t have the best of everything; they just
make the best of everything.


Tuesday Tunes:
+ Eddy Grant – Electric Avenue - http://blip.fm/~17uqwf
+ Pearl Jam - Corduroy - http://blip.fm/~17uqt2


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Jonathan, Alcoholic from New Jersey
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