I may be late to this 'party' but stumbled upon a site that posts daily Al-Anon 'things'...
I was away from my computer, and did a quick search for Al-Anon thought for the day, and got this: http://www.todays-hope.com/todays-sharing.html
I am one who is always willing to use any/every tool I can find to enhance my recovery - apologies to any who already are aware of this site!
Happy Saturday MIP family!
The Daily Quote:
The greatest kindness is often shown in letting things go. None of us is perfect, but we can all be perfect friends and perfect partners by allowing those that we love to be imperfect. ~~Neale Donald Walsch
The Daily Reflection:
. . . we could never learn to be brave and patient if there were only joy in the world. ~~ Helen Keller
We chase after joy, like a child after a firefly, being certain that in joy all problems are solved, all questions are answered. Joy has its rewards, and we deserve them. But life has more to teach us.
We need to learn patience; through patience we come to respect time and its passage, and we are mellowed. We need to learn tolerance; through tolerance our appreciation of another's individuality is nurtured. We need to learn self-respect; self-respect prepares us to contribute more freely to our experiences, and we find wholeness.
Life's travails are our opportunities for lasting, enriching joy. The rough spots deepen our understandings. And these help us to bring joy to the lives of the friends near and dear.
I need not turn my back on joy. But I will be glad for all life's experiences. The panorama will sustain me more fully.
lookingup said
Feb 16, 2019
Thank you iah for sharing this finding,
I can add this to my recovery to,very inspiring........hugs. LU
PosiesandPuppies said
Feb 16, 2019
Thank you for sharing this resource, IAH!
I especially like this:
We need to learn patience; through patience we come to respect time and its passage, and we are mellowed. We need to learn tolerance; through tolerance our appreciation of another's individuality is nurtured. We need to learn self-respect; self-respect prepares us to contribute more freely to our experiences, and we find wholeness.
IMHO, America needs this as their mantra instead of MAGA... or perhaps THIS is what MAGA should mean? Food for thought!
Say "Hello" to someone today... share a smile... reach out to comfort... do anything to uplift your fellow human... even if it is just once in a day.
Peace.
Freetime said
Feb 16, 2019
Thanks for sharing, IAH! I discovered the Today's Hope app a few years ago, and find it's great to have on hand whenever I need a little boost of recovery. So glad you have found it too.
JerryF said
Feb 16, 2019
Mahalo IAH I hear the principle of "When anyone anywhere reaches out for help...." reciting in my background. I stood by this in the morning meeting and another member had a negative emotional reaction in the presence of the newcomer I was speaking to. The reaction I believe (could be wrong) was fear motivated. I used program experiences to let it go and turn it over and pray the newcomer will keep coming back. ((((hugs))))
Iamhere said
Feb 16, 2019
So....I have to readily admit that our roads were in poor condition, and I was wrapped up warmly like a burrito in my fuzzy socks with my favorite blanket when I found 'this'. I am one who typically jumps out of bed, begins my prayers on the way to coffee and has a 'whole morning routine'....today, I chose to be/do different and stumbled upon this!
Jerry - the way I view things is based on what I've found in this program. When I am being authentic, and another 'reacts' to that, it's not about me - it's about them. Nobody (you, me, another) likes to be chastised in public - most of us had 'that' when we were raised. So, when another adult (in/not in recovery) acts the fool, it's the old tapes that make us question our own authenticity. I do as you - look for my part, pray for the other person and stay focused on what's we're here for - unconditional love and acceptance of all.
We have a new gal who has joined our Taco Monday group. The group has grown to all women in recovery - most doubles and one/two in just one of the two programs. My purpose for the group is not to have a meeting but for women in recovery to find joy in life events beyond recovery. It's kind of funny though because if one is in crisis, we all focus on listening and supporting for healing. You are a kind, loving, giving soul - keep doing you and trust HP!!
PnP - Amen.....that would be a much better mantra than MAGA!!! (((Hugs)))
I may be late to this 'party' but stumbled upon a site that posts daily Al-Anon 'things'...
I was away from my computer, and did a quick search for Al-Anon thought for the day, and got this: http://www.todays-hope.com/todays-sharing.html
I am one who is always willing to use any/every tool I can find to enhance my recovery - apologies to any who already are aware of this site!
Happy Saturday MIP family!
The Daily Quote:
The greatest kindness is often shown in letting things go. None of us is perfect, but we can all be perfect friends and perfect partners by allowing those that we love to be imperfect. ~~Neale Donald Walsch
The Daily Reflection:
. . . we could never learn to be brave and patient if there were only joy in the world. ~~ Helen Keller
We chase after joy, like a child after a firefly, being certain that in joy all problems are solved, all questions are answered. Joy has its rewards, and we deserve them. But life has more to teach us.
We need to learn patience; through patience we come to respect time and its passage, and we are mellowed. We need to learn tolerance; through tolerance our appreciation of another's individuality is nurtured. We need to learn self-respect; self-respect prepares us to contribute more freely to our experiences, and we find wholeness.
Life's travails are our opportunities for lasting, enriching joy. The rough spots deepen our understandings. And these help us to bring joy to the lives of the friends near and dear.
I need not turn my back on joy. But I will be glad for all life's experiences. The panorama will sustain me more fully.
I can add this to my recovery to,very inspiring........hugs. LU
Thank you for sharing this resource, IAH!
I especially like this:
We need to learn patience; through patience we come to respect time and its passage, and we are mellowed. We need to learn tolerance; through tolerance our appreciation of another's individuality is nurtured. We need to learn self-respect; self-respect prepares us to contribute more freely to our experiences, and we find wholeness.
IMHO, America needs this as their mantra instead of MAGA... or perhaps THIS is what MAGA should mean? Food for thought!
Say "Hello" to someone today... share a smile... reach out to comfort... do anything to uplift your fellow human... even if it is just once in a day.
Peace.
Thanks for sharing, IAH! I discovered the Today's Hope app a few years ago, and find it's great to have on hand whenever I need a little boost of recovery. So glad you have found it too.
Mahalo IAH I hear the principle of "When anyone anywhere reaches out for help...." reciting in my background. I stood by this in the morning meeting and another member had a negative emotional reaction in the presence of the newcomer I was speaking to. The reaction I believe (could be wrong) was fear motivated. I used program experiences to let it go and turn it over and pray the newcomer will keep coming back. ((((hugs))))
Jerry - the way I view things is based on what I've found in this program. When I am being authentic, and another 'reacts' to that, it's not about me - it's about them. Nobody (you, me, another) likes to be chastised in public - most of us had 'that' when we were raised. So, when another adult (in/not in recovery) acts the fool, it's the old tapes that make us question our own authenticity. I do as you - look for my part, pray for the other person and stay focused on what's we're here for - unconditional love and acceptance of all.
We have a new gal who has joined our Taco Monday group. The group has grown to all women in recovery - most doubles and one/two in just one of the two programs. My purpose for the group is not to have a meeting but for women in recovery to find joy in life events beyond recovery. It's kind of funny though because if one is in crisis, we all focus on listening and supporting for healing. You are a kind, loving, giving soul - keep doing you and trust HP!!
PnP - Amen.....that would be a much better mantra than MAGA!!! (((Hugs)))