Hope for Today, Monday, 6/27, the beauty of tradition 8
Lyne said
Jun 26, 2022
As we know the 8th tradition focuses on keeping alanon non-professional, keeping a spiritual focus, and keeping the program available to others.
However the writer also speaks about that the love shared between members cannot be bought, it's not a gift, nor a commodity. We give it away freely with no expectation of compensation. We are richly rewarded by then receiving even more love and recovery than we give away.
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If I was really hard-pressed to tell someone what alanon does for me, I think the above passage expresses it well. I don't go to a meeting or MIP hoping I'm going to "get something." But I always feel better and/or inspired after the exchange of communicating with others who understand my situation, and I understand their's. And over time, I can see how far I've come in healing and being better able to cope with life. And I imagine with continued participation, I can continue to grow and become a better person. At times I feel a little sad that I didn't get involved years ago, but I also feel, better late than never. :)
Daffodils said
Jun 27, 2022
Good Morning Lyne. Thank you for your service and share. I look forward to attending meetings because I always find relief and learn new ways of creating joy as I grow and change. I no longer feel hopeless and helpless. I still have a lot to learn (and re-learn) . Thank you for adding to my spiritual growth.
Youknowme said
Jun 27, 2022
Thanks you both.
I think my favourite part of that tradition is the non-professional part. (And of course keeping it open to everyone, or else I wouldn't be here!) Knowing I'm not going to be hit with a big list of shoulds and musts; instead, al-anon mostly reminds me to quiet my mind and listen for my own HP's voice. I love that; it's what keeps me coming back. To me, all of the tips and tricks and slogans and steps lead me back to that wonderful place of listening instead of over-thinking.
DM2021 said
Jun 27, 2022
Thank you to Lyne for your service, reading and to you, Daffodils and YKM for all shared ESH.
I cannot add anything new to what you all have said!! MIP and Al-Anon have and continue to
give me the ability to find peace in the midst of chaos and provide a safe place to grow and learn.
SunnyFrog said
Jun 27, 2022
Good morning
I'm not really sure what to say but wanted to acknowledge today's reading, the shares and say thanks.
Have a good day
-- Edited by SunnyFrog on Monday 27th of June 2022 07:40:48 AM
As we know the 8th tradition focuses on keeping alanon non-professional, keeping a spiritual focus, and keeping the program available to others.
However the writer also speaks about that the love shared between members cannot be bought, it's not a gift, nor a commodity. We give it away freely with no expectation of compensation. We are richly rewarded by then receiving even more love and recovery than we give away.
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
If I was really hard-pressed to tell someone what alanon does for me, I think the above passage expresses it well. I don't go to a meeting or MIP hoping I'm going to "get something." But I always feel better and/or inspired after the exchange of communicating with others who understand my situation, and I understand their's. And over time, I can see how far I've come in healing and being better able to cope with life. And I imagine with continued participation, I can continue to grow and become a better person. At times I feel a little sad that I didn't get involved years ago, but I also feel, better late than never. :)
I think my favourite part of that tradition is the non-professional part. (And of course keeping it open to everyone, or else I wouldn't be here!) Knowing I'm not going to be hit with a big list of shoulds and musts; instead, al-anon mostly reminds me to quiet my mind and listen for my own HP's voice. I love that; it's what keeps me coming back. To me, all of the tips and tricks and slogans and steps lead me back to that wonderful place of listening instead of over-thinking.
I cannot add anything new to what you all have said!! MIP and Al-Anon have and continue to
give me the ability to find peace in the midst of chaos and provide a safe place to grow and learn.
Good morning
I'm not really sure what to say but wanted to acknowledge today's reading, the shares and say thanks.
Have a good day
-- Edited by SunnyFrog on Monday 27th of June 2022 07:40:48 AM