The material presented
here is not Al-Anon Conference Approved Literature. It is a method
to exchange
information, ideas, feelings, problems and solutions on a personal
level.
Thank you Debbie for your service and share. I certainly relate to sliding back into faulty thinking and trying not to abuse myself when that happens. I think I've reached a point in my recovery where I don't have to consciously think of the 10th step. I am aware often when my thinking is poor and if I call myself a name--I say "stop it" right away. If I think I've hurt or done wrong to someone I address it. And when I need to I remind myself that my thinking is off and I need to change the topic--that's usually a good time for the Serenity Prayer. I'm a work in progress and yes it is a lot of work to change years of bad habits, but I also want to feel at peace and that means not harming myself or others.
Thank you Debbie for providing me with a rewarding challenge yesterday. It was my mother- in- law's funeral and this helped me set internal boundaries to conduct myself in a manner that would leave little to no room for regrets. I am proud to note I fit myself to be of service and in awkward situations, I placed principles above personalities. Today I skipped my (much needed) meeting and when I checked MIP, I discovered additional in-depth sharing that gives me new material to reflect upon as I putter around the house. Thank you all. You have no idea how much you help me in becoming more spiritually grounded.
