We must be entirely honest with somebody if we expect to live long or happily in this world. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, p. 73-74
Honesty, like all virtues, is to be shared. It began after I shared ". . . [my] whole life's story with someone . . . " in order to find my place in the Fellowship. Later I shared my life in order to help the newcomer find his place with us. This sharing helps me to learn honesty in all my dealings and to know that God's plan for me comes true through honest openness and willingness.
i have ALWAYS believed if i am COMPLETELY and TOTALLY honest/ open/ willing i can at the very least "manage" my defects.......i am doing step 4 extensive yet again, and boooy, the honesty hurts sometimes, but also i am finding some good stuff too........AND i am no longer afraid to share w/ trusted other(s).........take care, rosie
