Friday, July 10, 2020

July 10, 2020 - Readings in Recovery: Today's Gift from Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation

Friday, July 10, 2020
Today’s Gift from Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation is:
Being foolish
Many of us could say that what we have gained from this program we’ve gained in spite of ourselves. We get in our own way and often block ourselves from our Higher Power and fellow addicts. In the beginning, we did foolish things such as going to places where drugs or alcohol are used, deliberately setting ourselves up to take that first drink or drug.
Even when we make such mistakes, our Higher Power still accepts us. We can still choose to pray and ask for help—even in our foolish moments, in spite of ourselves.
Am I becoming less foolish these days?
Higher Power, help me become more aware of my own foolish thoughts, and help me avoid acting on them.
Today I will try to stay out of my own way by…
Hazelden Foundation

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