Today's topic is about self will vs. God's will. The author is close to the end of a run at a crossroad. The easier, softer way has no view, and is a flatter surface. The challenging route is harder, yet provides a view of the ocean and way better scenery. The runner pauses to consider the options, and feels a nudge towards the more difficult route, and takes it. When the ocean comes into view, so does a magnificent sunset above lovely crashing waves. The runner realizes that in his moment of hesitation, at the crossroads, he had listened to a power great than self.
Today's reminder: Logic may dictate a certain course of action while my inner voice urges me in a different direction. I may have an easier time when I follow the dictates of logic, convenience, or past experience but am I cheating myself out of something much better? Today I will pause at a crossroad and listen for my Higher Power's voice.
Today's Quote from Albert Einstein: "The intellect has little to do on the road to discovery. There comes a leap in consciousness, call it intuition or what you will, and the solution comes to you and you don't know how or why."
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This page for me is super powerful. Miracles happen each and every day, and for me, this is a perfect example of how the spiritual path is a worthy choice. Before recovery, I operated on self-will and intellect to trudge forward. It worked for a while until it did not. I hit a wall much like our program suggests, and really had no options beyond surrendering and trusting in a power greater than me.
There is a reason my signature says what it says and my avatar mentions God, Serenity, Acceptance, Courage, Wisdom, Change and ME...Both remind me of the path I have chosen, which is a daily effort to be a trusting child of a power greater than self who has a master plan for me and all others. I do not need to obsess or fixate on 'life issues' today, I can calm myself, and seek direction from my higher power who has delivered time and time again. I am grateful I have this program and tools to take me from fear, sadness or other to a place of peace and trust. I rarely get what I 'think' I should, but always get exactly what I need.
Make it a great day MIP. I start softball tonight and opted to take today off golf. My body is a bit tired, stressed and desiring a break - so I am doing some self-care today before ball. (((Hugs))) to all!
PosiesandPuppies said
Mar 21, 2019
Thank you Iamhere for your service and today's daily! I hope that you end up having a great SB game!!
When I was a youngster, I did almost everything by intuition/that "little voice" inside. I actually had premonitions, and did things b/c "I just knew how."! Then came years of school and I found my love for the Sciences - especially Biology. As an adult, I evolved into this "split" person. One who knew that there was a power greater than me that works "inside" me, and one who believed in facts - scientific data. In fact, I used to joke about that line from an old TV show ("Just the facts, m'am!") LOL!
As my life evolved living with someone with addiction issues, I became so attached to the scientific way of thinking. Facts you can see. You can actually tally them. They are a known quantity. They usually give quantifiable results. However, with this type of reasoning, it is oftentimes difficult to accept that sometimes things "Just Are."
But as I have worked this program, I have found that relying too much on "scientific thinking" kept me stuck in a negative head-space. It wasn't until I began to embrace letting go and believing in something else that I began to find some peace.
Today, I am working on allowing my inner power to direct me. I am trying to redevelop my spiritual muscles.
I am especially loving Albert Einstein's quote, as I truly believe this, and forgot how much I believe it!! LOL!
Lyne said
Mar 21, 2019
Thanks IAH for your service. In my younger years, my FOO was such an out of control environment, that I became very rigid with lists and rules for myself. As the years passed, and having had a spiritual experience around age 40, my faith in a HP began. Now with program added to my life, I am truly learning to let go and let God, be more spontaneous, and listen for the inner voice whom at times I believe it is my HP guiding me. It's a wonderful journey, Lyne
hotrod said
Mar 21, 2019
Good Morning IAH Today's reading reminded me of how I often prayed before entering alanon-- it w always "MY Wil"' that was of most importance and God's will not even considered. that was my reason for being angry with hP as my prayers were seldom answered.
I know that i feared praying for God's will as i did not believe that i could accomplish the tasks i would be given. My work with program assured me that i would be given all i needed to show up and do gods' will and that was so true. The wisdom , courage and determination were given to me at the most difficult times in my life and aI I am oh so grateful. Discovering the error of my Spirituality , i began to pray for HP"S will and to then listen for guidance -- What a difference!!!
Thanks for you inspiring service
El said
Mar 21, 2019
Thank you IAH for today's reading and your service. What wonderful responses so far!
I tend to have a scientific mind in that I like to research, find evidence, facts and data to prove something to be true. I Like Proof. However, I always have had very strong intuition, whether I paid attention to it or not. When it comes to addiction, there may be facts and there may be intuition, but everyday presents something different and trying to keep up with the A's unpredictability.....everything can seem so upside down. I guess that means I need only pay attention to the instincts and facts and apply them to my own life. My life.
It is so tempting to take the easy, known path in situations, but I have found when I go with the nudge and try something new, it usually ends up pretty exciting and satisfying! This certainly is a powerful read, one that I have read over and over to really let it sink in.
Hugs to all.....have a great Thursday.
Ellen
mamalioness said
Mar 23, 2019
((((((((((((((((((((((PnP))))))))))))))))))))))))) I knew I would find you somewhere here, LOL and your statement that said I have found that relying too much on "scientific thinking" kept me stuck in a negative head-space. It wasn't until I began to embrace letting go and believing in something else that I began to find some peace.
you and I could be sisters from another mother, the way you think, I just love it...I was that "just the facts mam" type, scientific thinking....SHOW me the FACTS....I had no clue about the abstract, spiritual, mystical beauty around me, like the colors of beautiful birds, or why does the sea give me so much peace when I am near it...and I don't care how the fireflies light up the back yard , like dancing little stars, because they just DO!!!! I, too am finding that spirit part of me that was buried under so much hate, so much rage, so much bitterness....now , as I let my higher power take that away from me, I am beginning to come out of my self made , protective, cocoon that smothered me....I feel lilghter.....last night, playing with the dogs, I heard the crickets go into chorus adn I stopped, marvelling at those little chirping insects and how they were all together, like their own orchestra, I enjoyed listening to them as the dogs chased after their balls adn frisbee..........Loved what you said
Good morning MIP! Happy Thursday to all...
Today's topic is about self will vs. God's will. The author is close to the end of a run at a crossroad. The easier, softer way has no view, and is a flatter surface. The challenging route is harder, yet provides a view of the ocean and way better scenery. The runner pauses to consider the options, and feels a nudge towards the more difficult route, and takes it. When the ocean comes into view, so does a magnificent sunset above lovely crashing waves. The runner realizes that in his moment of hesitation, at the crossroads, he had listened to a power great than self.
Today's reminder: Logic may dictate a certain course of action while my inner voice urges me in a different direction. I may have an easier time when I follow the dictates of logic, convenience, or past experience but am I cheating myself out of something much better? Today I will pause at a crossroad and listen for my Higher Power's voice.
Today's Quote from Albert Einstein: "The intellect has little to do on the road to discovery. There comes a leap in consciousness, call it intuition or what you will, and the solution comes to you and you don't know how or why."
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
This page for me is super powerful. Miracles happen each and every day, and for me, this is a perfect example of how the spiritual path is a worthy choice. Before recovery, I operated on self-will and intellect to trudge forward. It worked for a while until it did not. I hit a wall much like our program suggests, and really had no options beyond surrendering and trusting in a power greater than me.
There is a reason my signature says what it says and my avatar mentions God, Serenity, Acceptance, Courage, Wisdom, Change and ME...Both remind me of the path I have chosen, which is a daily effort to be a trusting child of a power greater than self who has a master plan for me and all others. I do not need to obsess or fixate on 'life issues' today, I can calm myself, and seek direction from my higher power who has delivered time and time again. I am grateful I have this program and tools to take me from fear, sadness or other to a place of peace and trust. I rarely get what I 'think' I should, but always get exactly what I need.
Make it a great day MIP. I start softball tonight and opted to take today off golf. My body is a bit tired, stressed and desiring a break - so I am doing some self-care today before ball. (((Hugs))) to all!
When I was a youngster, I did almost everything by intuition/that "little voice" inside. I actually had premonitions, and did things b/c "I just knew how."! Then came years of school and I found my love for the Sciences - especially Biology. As an adult, I evolved into this "split" person. One who knew that there was a power greater than me that works "inside" me, and one who believed in facts - scientific data. In fact, I used to joke about that line from an old TV show ("Just the facts, m'am!") LOL!
As my life evolved living with someone with addiction issues, I became so attached to the scientific way of thinking. Facts you can see. You can actually tally them. They are a known quantity. They usually give quantifiable results. However, with this type of reasoning, it is oftentimes difficult to accept that sometimes things "Just Are."
But as I have worked this program, I have found that relying too much on "scientific thinking" kept me stuck in a negative head-space. It wasn't until I began to embrace letting go and believing in something else that I began to find some peace.
Today, I am working on allowing my inner power to direct me. I am trying to redevelop my spiritual muscles.
I am especially loving Albert Einstein's quote, as I truly believe this, and forgot how much I believe it!! LOL!
Good Morning IAH Today's reading reminded me of how I often prayed before entering alanon-- it w always "MY Wil"' that was of most importance and God's will not even considered. that was my reason for being angry with hP as my prayers were seldom answered.
I know that i feared praying for God's will as i did not believe that i could accomplish the tasks i would be given. My work with program assured me that i would be given all i needed to show up and do gods' will and that was so true. The wisdom , courage and determination were given to me at the most difficult times in my life and aI I am oh so grateful. Discovering the error of my Spirituality , i began to pray for HP"S will and to then listen for guidance -- What a difference!!!
Thanks for you inspiring service
Thank you IAH for today's reading and your service. What wonderful responses so far!
I tend to have a scientific mind in that I like to research, find evidence, facts and data to prove something to be true. I Like Proof. However, I always have had very strong intuition, whether I paid attention to it or not. When it comes to addiction, there may be facts and there may be intuition, but everyday presents something different and trying to keep up with the A's unpredictability.....everything can seem so upside down. I guess that means I need only pay attention to the instincts and facts and apply them to my own life. My life.
It is so tempting to take the easy, known path in situations, but I have found when I go with the nudge and try something new, it usually ends up pretty exciting and satisfying! This certainly is a powerful read, one that I have read over and over to really let it sink in.
Hugs to all.....have a great Thursday.
Ellen
you and I could be sisters from another mother, the way you think, I just love it...I was that "just the facts mam" type, scientific thinking....SHOW me the FACTS....I had no clue about the abstract, spiritual, mystical beauty around me, like the colors of beautiful birds, or why does the sea give me so much peace when I am near it...and I don't care how the fireflies light up the back yard , like dancing little stars, because they just DO!!!! I, too am finding that spirit part of me that was buried under so much hate, so much rage, so much bitterness....now , as I let my higher power take that away from me, I am beginning to come out of my self made , protective, cocoon that smothered me....I feel lilghter.....last night, playing with the dogs, I heard the crickets go into chorus adn I stopped, marvelling at those little chirping insects and how they were all together, like their own orchestra, I enjoyed listening to them as the dogs chased after their balls adn frisbee..........Loved what you said