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MIP Old Timer

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Today's thought from Hazelden is:

Being open

Sometimes we think we're supposed to have more recovery under our belts. Perhaps we feel the need to impress our peers with our success in staying off mind-altering chemicals. But perhaps we are really just trying to convince ourselves. We know how difficult recovery is, and surely our Higher Power is not fooled by our pretense of well being.

If we try to hide our problems, we cannot get help for them. To get help we must tell people where we're really at. No one can read a closed book.

Am I open with others?

Higher Power, help me believe in the saying, "Ask and you shall receive."



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Larry,
How true this is.  Took me a long time to be open with others.  I'm so glad I becamse willing with the help of AA and my HP.  smile

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Trick is letting yourself believe you deserve what you ask for.....im a working on that one!

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I know what you mean, I had a rough few days, and I couldn't figure out why, finally I mentally did a gratitude list, it alleviates some bit.

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Good insight, Susie. Asking for help means you think you're worth it... I like that and will work on it with you!

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