Since recovery from alcoholism is life itself to us, it is imperative that we preserve in full strength our means of survival. TWELVE STEPS AND TWELVE TRADITIONS, p. 177
The honesty expressed by the members of A.A. in meetings has the power to open my mind. Nothing can block the flow of energy that honesty carries with it. The only obstacle to this flow of energy is inebriation, but even then, no one will find a closed door if he or she has left and chooses to return. Once he or she has received the gift of sobriety, each A.A. member is challenged on a daily basis to accept a program of honesty. My Higher Power created me for a purpose in life. I ask him to accept my honest efforts to continue on my journey in the spiritual way of life. I call on Him for strength to know and seek His will.
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* We eventually realize that just as the pains of alcoholism had to come before sobriety, emotional turmoil comes before serenity. *
Hey Doll, I was beginning to think you and all the other girls had gone on a girls day out and left me here with the guys. Glad you are here,how are things going?Did the folks ever stop back in?
Honesty of this program, HOW...Honesty, Openmindness, and Willingness. It seems that sometimes in meetings I can get a little too honest and make some people uncomfortable, but what good does it to to sugar-coat things, sorry Phil (see above post).I just have to remember most times I'm in a meeting with just the guys, and they just don't know how to handle my honesty.
"I call on Him for strength to know and seek His will."
(((((((doll)))))))) AMEN!!! total honesty....i have been having a REvisit to that little thing too....being totally honest with me as to my fear!!!!!! thanks doll, how are ya???? rosie
