Tomorrow I will be in the presence of a toxic person in authority, a "see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil" avoidant person, and a self-serving climber. All of whom want my blessing--or at least not my obstruction--for moving money where it probably (keeping an open mind here) shouldn't be moved.
Before and after the discussion is had, the pros and cons argued, the probable final "just do it and don't worry about it" directive, what I have in my arsonal is the protection of the 3rd step and the wisdom and discernment of the 11th. May they prevail.
I am definately a situational-ethics kinda gal...I do so love my paycheck! And I'm "this close" to a paid retirement. Maybe the outcome will fall under the category of a modicum of sin first, ask forgiveness later...or maybe not...but honestly, in this situation I have no intention of turning into Denzel at the last minute, if you know what I mean. (If you haven't seen Flight, go!!)
To thine own self be true, I guess. 11 can be tough at times but 'He gives us what we need if we peform His work well" or something like that. Whatever happens, you'll be OK. God bless, MikeH.
I was in that position once and labored over it for a time. Then I realized that it was bringing me closer to the next drink and I gave my 2 weeks notice. What I found out eventually was that I was being set up for a fall. Thank God I didn't have to take it...and I feel for the gal that did. To thine own self be true!
(((Leeu)))...You'll be okay especially from the top side down. My third step prayer has evolved over time thru the filter of keeping it simple; my HP's requirement, to "Place me where you want me...tell me what to do." Do it without fear...the opposite of fear for me (again my HP's direction) is love. When you do it with the personality and spirit of love, for me however it comes out I feel sober, sane and serene. Since I cannot foretell the future as I tried to do before program the outcome becomes an acceptable expectation.
I pray they learn from your recovery. I'd just love to be there cause I still can learn...Please bring it back here. Mahalo and Aloha ((((hugs))))
Really enjoyed Flight,saw it first day it came out not knowing what the story was about.Took me back to a mind drift of how it used to be,chilling.You know where your strength is,you showed us...We can voice our opinions,continue to seek where our real strength comes from(with reminders that rationalization may be an old tool in our previous arsenal :) Yes Denzel was at the "end" me thinks you are at the beginning to go forward "IN RETIREMENT" with pay Your honesty is with your Higher Power continuing to seek that wisdom...so what we try to do to the best of our abilities......I like how our 6th Step tells us that trust in our Higher Power is going to work to the exact degree that is necessary.We want to be honest but not so bruttaly honest ,incapable of remaining silent even when the truth could hurt someone(even ourselves)Not much on believing in luck but more so providence and as always, More is always revealed. Good seeing ya,talk to you on the rebound!!! Now part of the 47% ,living on Social Security till I can find a part time job and truly blessed(a small fluctating 401k riding on the actions of others)used to keep stuff under my pillow????
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Selfishness-self-centeredness! That, we think, is the root of our troubles.
So..............after paying due diligence to those ever-essential steps that keep us going on a daily basis, I went with the "I have nothing to lose" position and basically (but very sweetly and charming enough to make you gag) told 'em what they could and could not do with the money (if the rules were to be followed...what a concept!) And, long story short, they said OK, set it up. If I weren't in this fellowship I'd be amazed. Grateful for "...the care of...".
