Continued to take personal inventory. . . . . TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 88
The spiritual axiom referred to in the Tenth Step-- "every time we are disturbed, no matter what the cause, there is something wrong with us"--also tells me that there are no exceptions to it. No matter how unreasonable others may seem, I am responsible for not reacting negatively. Regardless of what is happening around me I will always have the prerogative, and the responsibility, of choosing what happens within me. I am the creator of my own reality. When I take my daily inventory, I know that I must stop judging others. If I judge others, I am probably judging myself. Whoever is upsetting me most is my best teacher. I have much to learn from him or her, and in my heart, I should thank that person.
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Hi Jen, If you read my reply to Lani, you can understand the "change" within me since being in this program. Yep, took responsibility just as your post implies. Not an easy thing to do at times......rather painful. LOL In the scheme of things.......somehow I know they have been for my own good. Wanda
great reflection for today! i always know that when the actions, reactions, or lack there of get under my skin and anger me, i am in need of some additional spiritual fitness. thank you for posting . . . good night to all!!!
I agree, great reflection! I need to practice that one immediately!! Love ya's, Lani
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