Meditations on "Recovery"

Whether in Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous, Tradition three highlights that the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking or using.

The book of Proverbs in the Bible is a collection of wise sayings for us to learn and put into practice.

A saying we often hear in unpredictable circumstances and in recovery circles is "live one day at a time.

One of our natural responses to the pressure and challenges of life is to indulge in self-pity.

D In early recovery our positive expectations for a life free from crippling dependencies is huge.

For most of us who have come from an unmanageable lifestyle and have chosen a recovery program with community gatherings, the change in our environment is intimidating.

A humble person is grounded in a realistic view of who they are.

In recovery, as well as in addiction, one can have a victim mentality.

All of humankind’s sin – from the beginning of time to the end of time – was laid on Jesus and not even the weight of that could hold him down.

As we seek to live in recovery and face our troubles and challenges, it's easy to become discouraged and feel sorry for ourselves when things appear not to be fair.

When we turned our will and life over to God many of us had hope for a quick turnaround in our lives.

My life is of great beauty and infinite value. God has a plan for my life that is meaningful, purposeful, and joyful.