Meditations on "Recovery"

Deep pain that results from unfair and unjust treatment by others is the reality of many people.

Our attitude can be like medicine that heals or like poison that kills.

An owl makes us think of wisdom. We assume a person who reads a lot of books or has a few college degrees must have a lot of wisdom.

We feel hurt when another’s unkind words or actions cause our self-worth to be devalued.

A mustard seed is very small but in only three months it can grow and produce a mature harvest.

"Live and let live" is one of those slogans that encourages us to consider if our desire for control is becoming an issue we need to deal with.

Our life with God in recovery should be one of continual learning and growing.

Gates serve several purposes. One purpose is to keep those inside safe and another is to keep out those who are harmful and undesirable.

When it comes to murder, everyone recognizes that it is wrong and something to be avoided and punished.

"God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.

Control issues are widespread in addiction and are a problem for both the addict and for those who care about them.

Whether they admit it or not, everyone longs for someone to listen to them and care for them.