Author: brian coates

TRAIT THREE

TRAIT THREE

March 2, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “We are frightened by angry people and any personal criticism.” BRBp.11 “It’s insidious – the abuse we experienced. For many of us, our caregivers didn’t just get mad, they got angry and enraged. And it could be over something simple. Maybe we were out doing normal kid…

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THE STEPS

THE STEPS

March 1, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “The Steps sometimes work even if a person picks at them like a finicky child forking a lump of unwanted spinach. Such half measures often create the personal discomfort that motivates the Adult Child into greater action and personal growth.” BRB p. 93 Many adult children join…

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TRADITION TWO

TRADITION TWO

Feb 28, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “Our group conscience is a spiritual method by which a Higher Power is expressed in our discussions and our decisions. Most of our decisions are based on what is best for the most, instead of what is best for the few.” BRB p. 501 Our families were…

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OUR TRUTH

OUR TRUTH

Feb 27, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “Denial is the glue that holds together a dysfunctional home. Family secrets, ignored feelings, and predictable chaos are part of a dysfunctional family system.” BRB p. 22 “As we celebrate our willingness in ACA to look at the difficult parts of our lives, we can find ourselves…

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