Keep It Simple Nothing is a waste of time if you use the experience wisely. Rodin
When we first start our recovery, it hurts a lot to look at our past. We feel sad. It feels like our life was a waste. But it wasn't a waste. The program promises that if we practice the Steps, we'll not reget the past nor wish to shut the door on it. Hard to believe? Just look at all the happy old-timers in AA. Their lives were just as messed up as ours.
Because of our addiction, we're learning a new way to live. We are getting to know ourselves, our Higher Power, and other people.
Prayer for the Day: Higher Power, thanks for helping me into recovery. Help me learn from my addiction. Action for the Day: I'll list three important things I've learned about life because of my addiction. I'll talk to my sponsor about them.
-- Edited by lani at 10:26, 2008-06-18
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"We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have. "
Ive learned: 1) Life is so much sweeter sober...No more lies, hiding or fear! 2) All the fun I thought I was having is "all a blur". Cant remember most of the "fun" times I had because of alcohol 3) The past is the past...that was the old me!!! I can dwell on it and not move forward, or learn from my experiences and make each day a new day!!!!!!
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"We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we don't have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have. "
