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…
May 18, from “Strengthening My Recovery” daily reader Service “Meanwhile, those who are spiritually awake accept Twelve Step work with an attitude of service rather than sacrifice. By the time we reach this Step, we know the difference between being a rescuer and giving service with love.” BRB p. 289 “Placing the Solution and Problem…