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Alcohol Addiction

Alcohol is by far the most commonly abused substance in the world.  For many, alcohol use is social, fun, innocent, and inconsequential.  However, the effects of alcohol cause some users to become alcoholics.  The road from problem drinker to full alcohol can vary, but there are general signs of alcohol addiction.  Upon recognizing the symptoms [...]

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Twelve N’ Twelve – p. 75

“Everywhere we saw failure and miser transformed by humility into priceless assets.  We heard story after story of how humility had brought strength out of weakness.  In every case, pain had been the price of admission into a new life.”

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Are Resentments the #1 Offender?

I often hear people quote the line in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous where it says, “Resentments are our #1 Offender.”  I have taken this line as gospel, and done everything possible to purge myself of resentments.  Furthermore, I try to prevent from acquiring resentments in the first place.  However, after having a discussion [...]

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Daily Mindfulness 5/21/13 – Letting Go

It is in our basic human nature to attach to pleasure.  When we find something enjoyable, we cling to it. [...]

Twelve N’ Twelve Quote of the Day 5/21/13 – p. 59 (Step Five)

“Only by discussing ourselves, holding back nothing, only by being willing to take advice and accept direction could we set foot on the road to straight thinking, solid honesty, and genuine humility.”

Big Book Quote of the Day 5/21/13 – p. 64 (How it Works)

“We took stock honestly.”

Daily Thought 5/21/13 – Flexibility

“The measure of intelligence is the ability to change.” -Albert Einstein   “An oak and a reed were arguing about [...]

Daily Mindfulness 5/20/13 – Smile

As we go about our day, we forget to smile and enjoy ourselves. Life is an enjoyable experience if we [...]

Big Book Quote of the Day 5/20/13 – p. 86 (Into Action)

“Here we ask God for inspiration, an intuitive thought or a decision.”