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Today's reading was a good reminder for me, it speaks on my perspective and not having expectations. When I know I am going to be around people that trigger me, have the ism's or are A's in my life, am I able to accept them right where they are and enjoy them in the here and now as is. I know I can work on myself and make the changes within and that is the end of my responsibility. Am I able to place principles above personalities for the sake of my serenity. Working my program is paramount to my health and to know and accept people knowing who and how they are is also paramount. Not trying to expect an A to suddenly stop being an A with all that comes with it. Can I appreciate those around me as is and the answer is yes for me, thanks to al-anon I know how to place boundaries to keep myself serene and safe. I liked today's reading and it helps to keep the focus on me and still see the good in everyone around me without having to focus on the things that bother me. It's all about perspective for me. Sending you all love and support on your journey's!
-- Edited by Breakingfree on Friday 17th of April 2015 07:40:54 AM
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" Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional."
"Serenity is when your body and mind are in the same place."
Thanks, for the topic Breaking Free , it is interesting to note that like the H FT the ODAT reading for April 17 speaks about similar topics.
The way I hear it, is that it is important to develop helpful tools to tide us over when we are surrounded by a deep dark depression or are being negatively affected by certain situations. I have elected to use the serenity prayer and the slogan Let go and Let God, repeated over and over again in my minds, when I am being tempted to jump into my own will and use my negative tools that do not work.
The H FT reading confirms that I will never stop using/needing the tools of this program. That knowing how to live life on life's terms with serenity courage and wisdom enables me to face life, head on instead of head down
Thanks. Al-Anon and BF for this, providing me with additional material to meditate on..
