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."
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Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass... It's about learning to dance in the rain.
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
