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yanksfan51


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Good morning everyone:

Todays reading is about the importance of our relationship to the God of our understanding. The writer distinguishes between acknowledging the presence of God and actually finding a spiritual connection. Through prayer and meditation a more consistent relationship with God is established and days are enriched and feel more meaningful.  The writer goes on to engage in a daily dialogue with his/her HP, sometimes in silent conversation, sometimes out loud or through journal writing. In these ways Gods presence is a part of daily life for the writer.

I have noticed that prayer has changed for me over time, sometimes in the form of a specific repetition of prayers I know while running, along with focused prayers for my family and friends, sometimes a quick thought of please help me see or thank You. When I have trouble chasing my thoughts around I notice that these words come to mind:  youre ok, its ok- a calming mantra that helps me settle down a bit. 

The quotation from Courage to Change (p.327) reminds us: I have an unlimited source of strength and comfort at my disposal.  Today I will take the time to cultivate that spiritual connection.

I hope everyone enjoys a peaceful Sunday:)

Mary



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Iamhere


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Happy Sunday Mary and MIP family. Thank you for your service and the daily! I am blessed to believe in a power greater than me who truly does have a master plan for my life. I was raised with organized religion and just had so many questions/issues with believing that which I could not see/feel. I did walk away as it didn't work for me or feel right for many reasons.

I am so grateful to have found a spiritual way of life vs. religious. I am free to build my personal relationship with the God of my understanding in a way that works well for me. I am able to pray anytime I want, meditate to find strength, peace and direction and truly find my grace, joy and serenity.

I tuned in this morning for Joel Osteen, and the topic was 'Protect Your Peace'. It's another that aligns with my program and intent. If interested, you can find it here:

www.youtube.com/watch

I'm grateful for the spiritual growth I've been able to achieve practicing this program. Enjoy the day all - find your joy and keep it!!

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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

 

 
DM2021


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Thank you so much Mary for your service, todays important reading and to you and IAH for both your ESH.

HP is such an integral part of my daily life and truly appreciate how Al-Anon teachings encourage the connection.

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does prevent bad behavior from destroying your heart". ~ unknown

 
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