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Debb


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Al-Anon tells me that complete acceptance of my powerlessness to change

the alcoholic can, indeed, create a new life for me. When I really let go and

stop playing God, things will begin to happen. Because at that point, my

Higher Power has an opportunity to correct what seemed to me so hopeless. 

 

"Acceptance appears to be a state of mind in which the individual accepts,

rather than rejects or resists; he is able to take things in, to go along with,

to cooperate and be receptive." ~(Dr. Harry M. Tiebout)

Have a great day everyone!  smile 



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Debbie
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Thanks Debie I always remember that alanon states that " Powerless" does not man helpless!! {Powerlessness is a difficult concept to "Accept" but once grasped-- makes life so much easier --

I must be careful not to stand back and simply state ;"I am "Powerless" and must accept this" when in reality, although I am powerless I am not helpless and do have choices-- to change my behavior and act in a constructive manner to make my life better.
Have a lovely day --

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Iamhere


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Well....what a great and applicable daily for me!! Thanks Debb for the share and to both for the ESH!



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Practice the PAUSE...Pause before judging.  Pause before assuming.  Pause before accusing.  Pause whenever you are about to react harshly and you will avoid doing and saying things you will later regret.  ~~~~  Lori Deschene

 

 
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