May 22, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “We learned to keep our thoughts and desires close to our hearts.” BRB p.431 As we grew up, it was not safe to share any part of us. When we risked being vulnerable and letting people know what we wanted, we were shamed and ridiculed, made to…
May 21, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “My sister and I don’t communicate any longer since she doesn’t understand who I am.” BRB p. 407 “We used to make excuses for people when we said things like, “Oh, they don’t know any better.” There may be a lot of truth in that statement, but…
May 20, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “We don’t release some things to a Higher Power and hold onto others.” BRB p.142 “The Steps and Traditions mention Higher Power and prayer for a reason. They are part of learning to rely on someone or something else instead of continuing the compulsive self reliance many…
May 19, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader Unique Journey “We find that a difference in identity and purpose distinguishes Adult Children of Alcoholics from other 12-Step Programs and underscores the need for our special focus.” BRB p. 81 “Our first ACA meeting may have seemed almost overpowering for many of us. From our war-zone…