The material presented
here is not Al-Anon Conference Approved Literature. It is a method
to exchange
information, ideas, feelings, problems and solutions on a personal
level.
Be on the lookout for symptoms of inner peace. The hearts of a great many have already been exposed to inner peace and it is possible that people everywhere could come down with it in epidemic proportions. This could pose a serious threat to what has, up to now, been a fairly stable condition of conflict in the world.
Some signs and symptoms of inner peace:
A tendency to think and act spontaneously rather than on fears based on past experiences.
An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment.
A loss of interest in judging other people.
A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others.
A loss of interest in conflict.
A loss of the ability to worry. (This is a very serious symptom).
Frequent, overwhelming episodes of appreciation.
Contented feelings of connectedness with others and nature.
Frequent attacks of smiling.
An increasing tendency to let things happen rather than make them happen.
An increased susceptibility to the love extended by others as well as the uncontrollable urge to extend it.
I am starting to see more of this creep into my life. The worry is dissipating. Smiling is happening once again. 3 months ago it seemed like a memory. I am not responsible for H's moods' or thoughts and vice versa. This is gradually starting to penetrate my co-dependent skull. I haven't achieved inner peace yet, but I am finally starting to believe in its existence. Thank you for the post.
I do find myself more and more wllling not to judge and obsess about others. I know that is a direct result of this program and I am so grateful for it.
