If you’re an alcoholic, then you know that every day is a battle.
But even in the midst of your struggles, it’s important to take time to reflect on your progress – no matter how small.
Today, let’s take a look at some of the positive things that happened yesterday, and what we can do today to keep up the good work.
Daily Reflections January 12
Our very first problem is to accept our present circumstances as they are, ourselves as we are, and the people about us as they are. This is to adopt a realistic humility without which no genuine advance can even begin. Again and again, we shall need to return to that unflattering point of departure. This is an exercise in acceptance that we can profitably practice every day of our lives.
Provided we strenuously avoid turning these realistic surveys of the facts of life into unrealistic alibis for apathy or defeatism, they can be the sure foundation upon which increased emotional health and therefore spiritual progress can be built.
AS BILL SEES IT, p. 44
This passage has been a life saver for me when I am struggling with acceptance.
When the world is telling us that it doesn’t accept us or our own bodies, this book can help take off some of those worries and bring peace into your mind again!
Reading this passage has helped me to change my perspective on people, places and events.
I feel as if the weight of the world is lifted from my shoulders when I read it because for a moment in time all that matters are those few words which remind me what’s important about life.
If you’re feeling lost or need some encouragement please take a look at these powerful words!