Thursday, Feb. 23, 2012
Just for today, if "life" sneaks up with unexpected tasks or frustration after frustration that dely any intended plans, I will not cave in to anger or a sense of failure at not carrying out my plans to completion. Even if my patience or expectations of myself or others is stretched to the max, I will not whine with self-pity or anything else negative because, if I have gotten through the last 24 Hours sober, I have literally nothing to complain about and absolutely everything for which to be grateful and humble. I have no excuse to parlay frustration or anger into self-imposed isolation because isolation is the breeding ground for loneliness, and loneliness can be lethal when in recovery. But should I feel lonely, I will reach out to someone who can lend an empathetic - not sympathetic - ear or, in the spirit of Step 12, I will jump into some form of service to someone or something in need. An old saying is that the non-addict who has a flat tire calls Triple A, but the recovering alcoholic with a flat calls Suicide Prevention. Today, I will use the Steps to keep events and things in their proper perspective and, if I find I have a flat tire today, I'll call roadside assistance; Suicide Prevention has other people in greater need. And our common journey continues. Just for today. - Chris M., 2012
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