Tuesday, July 30, 2024

July 30, 2024 - Readings in Recovery: Step by Step

 

Step by Step
Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Today, I realize the character defects identified in my Fourth Step probably existed before my drinking days and that alcohol simply developed them to their destructive zenith. My Sixth and Seventh steps of first admitting to God that I am powerless and then asking Him to remove my defects assume paramount honesty in my recovery because I am likely to be challenged to release defects that have had a lifetime to take root — more than those that flourished in my drinking days. And if my defects are lifelong, simply not drinking will not give me the sobriety and quality of recovery for which I strive. Today, I am an alcoholic, and abstaining from drinking is not enough. I consider myself a part of AA and, today, as I talk the talk, I will walk the walk. And our common journey continues. Step by step. — Chris M., 2024

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