There are times when we simply do not know what to do, or where to go, next. Sometimes these periods are brief, sometimes lingering.
We can get through these times. We can rely on our program and the disciplines of recovery. We can cope by using our faith, other people, and our resources.
Accept uncertainty. We do not always have to know what to do or where to go next. We do not always have clear direction. Refusing to accept the inaction and limbo makes things worse.
It is okay to temporarily be without direction. Say, "I don't know," and be comfortable with that. We do not have to try to force wisdom, knowledge, or clarity when there is none.
While waiting for direction, we do not have to put our life on hold. Let go of anxiety and enjoy life. Relax. Do something fun. Enjoy the love and beauty in your life. Accomplish small tasks. They may have nothing to do with solving the problem, or finding direction, but this is what we can do in the interim.
Clarity will come. The next step will present itself. Indecision, inactivity, and lack of direction will not last forever.
Today, I will accept my circumstances even if I lack direction and insight. I will remember to do things that make myself and others feel good during those times. I will trust that clarity will come of its own accord. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I know not where I go. But I do know that if I trust in God, He will lead me down a path of His doing, and all will be ok. I know that I have nothing to fear today, to wonder about today, to analyze today.
Work day-pack up a few more boxes-and an Alanon meeting. Simple.
You guys have a good one!!
-- Edited by Phil at 06:19, 2004-12-07
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Easy Does it..Keep It Simple..Let Go and Let God..
True what you say, things happen when it is the right time for them to happen. I have found this so many times, tried to do things and had no success no matter how hard I worked on it and then they happened with almost no effort, when it's the right time. You may not always be ready when the right time arrives but it'll happen anyway!
I hope you and everyone is well and sober.
Bye for now.
Chris.
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"Computer games don't affect kids; I mean if Pac-Man affected us as kids, we'd all be running around in darkened rooms, munching magic pills and listening to repetitive electronic music." -- Kristian Wilson, Nintendo, Inc, 1989"
