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SPIRITUAL, NOT RELIGIOUS

SPIRITUAL, NOT RELIGIOUS

July 13, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “We must remember that ACA is a spiritual and not religious program. Faith and religious conviction are not requirements for ACA membership. We avoid dogmatism and theological discussions, yet, a Higher Power is a key part of the ACA way of life.”  BRB p. 106 It often…

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BALANCED INVENTORY

BALANCED INVENTORY

July 12, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “In ACA we look at our parents’ behavior, family roles, rules, messages, abuse, neglect, and how that affects us as adults. We balance the inventory of our family system with a thorough inventory of our own behavior.” BRB p.109. “Step Four may be the first time many…

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TRAIT EIGHT

TRAIT EIGHT

July 11, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “We became addicted to excitement.” BRB p. 16 “For most people, a lot of things can create excitement: seeing a new movie, having a favorite old friend visit, preparing for a holiday, shopping, getting a new pet, celebrating birthdays, and even sex.  But the problem for many…

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CODEPENDENCE

CODEPENDENCE

July 10, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader “As adult children from various families, we focus on ourselves for the surest results.  We gradually free ourselves from codependent or addictive relationships.” BRB p. 60 “Before we entered recovery, it seemed like our relationships were codependent or addictive. It’s what we were used to; it’s what…

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