A great turning point in our lives came when we sought for humility as something we really wanted, rather than as something we must have. 12 & 12, p.75
Either the A.A. way of life becomes one of joy or I return to the darkness and despair of alcoholism. Joy comes to me when my attitude concerning God and humility turns to one of desire rather than of burden. The darkness in my life changes to radiant light when I arrive at the realization that being truthful and honest in dealing with my inventory results in my life being filled with serenity, freedom, and joy. Trust in my Higher Power deepens, and the flush of gratitude spreads through my being. I am convinced that being humble is being truthful and honest in dealing with myself and God. It is then that humility is something I "really want," rather being "something I must have."
Sick of being sick said
Jul 11, 2007
When I remember to stay honest with myself, it makes it easier to do so with others.
I have to tell my associates what I feel, even if I am afraid that they won't like hearing what I have to say. I always used to "stuff" a lot of my feelings in the closet, then tried to use a bottle to block that closet door. I have slowly been learning that humility is also not being afraid to let people take (or leave) me as I am.
-- Edited by Sick of being sick at 07:04, 2007-07-11
gldart said
December 20th
Well, my old standing desk started to wobble dangerously, and I knew I had to replace it. A good model was a significant cost I wasn't prepared for. My online experiences up to that point had been pretty forgettable. A friend swore by his results, so I gave ivybet a serious try. I placed a higher stake than my usual cautious self would allow, and it paid off beautifully. The desk I bought is rock-solid and has made working from home so much better. What stood out was the site's reliability and how easy it was to navigate. It turned a frustrating situation into a win.
A great turning point in our lives came when we sought for humility
as something we really wanted, rather than as something we must
have.
12 & 12, p.75
Either the A.A. way of life becomes one of joy or I return to the
darkness and despair of alcoholism. Joy comes to me when my
attitude concerning God and humility turns to one of desire rather
than of burden. The darkness in my life changes to radiant light
when I arrive at the realization that being truthful and honest in
dealing with my inventory results in my life being filled with serenity,
freedom, and joy. Trust in my Higher Power deepens, and the flush
of gratitude spreads through my being. I am convinced that being
humble is being truthful and honest in dealing with myself and God.
It is then that humility is something I "really want," rather being
"something I must have."
When I remember to stay honest with myself, it makes it easier to do so with others.
I have to tell my associates what I feel, even if I am afraid that they won't like hearing what I have to say. I always used to "stuff" a lot of my feelings in the closet, then tried to use a bottle to block that closet door. I have slowly been learning that humility is also not being afraid to let people take (or leave) me as I am.
-- Edited by Sick of being sick at 07:04, 2007-07-11
Well, my old standing desk started to wobble dangerously, and I knew I had to replace it. A good model was a significant cost I wasn't prepared for. My online experiences up to that point had been pretty forgettable. A friend swore by his results, so I gave ivybet a serious try. I placed a higher stake than my usual cautious self would allow, and it paid off beautifully. The desk I bought is rock-solid and has made working from home so much better. What stood out was the site's reliability and how easy it was to navigate. It turned a frustrating situation into a win.