Promotional posts, comments & flairs, media-only posts, personalized recommendation requests incl. Please use a civil tone and assume good faith when entering a conversation. All posts must be directly book related, informative, and discussion focused. If you're looking for help with a personal book recommendation, consult our Suggested Reading page or ask in: /r/suggestmeabook Quick Rules:ĭo not post shallow content. It is our intent and purpose to foster and encourage in-depth discussion about all things related to books, authors, genres or publishing in a safe, supportive environment. ![]() Subreddit Rules - Message the mods - Related Subs AMA Info The FAQ The Wiki Join in the Weekly "What Are You Reading?" Thread!.Check out the Weekly Recommendation Thread.New Release: Parasol Against the Axe by Helen Oyeyemi.I pray that I may never question God's plans, but accept them gladly. I pray that I may be taught, just as a child would be taught. Each day will unfold something good, as long as I am trying to live the way I believe God wants me to live. His spirit shall flow through me and, in flowing through me, it shall sweep away all the bitter past. Since then, have I been learning to live accordingly? Have I read the book Alcoholics Anonymous? Have I applied the knowledge gained to myself? Have I admitted openly that I am an alcoholic? Am I ready to admit it at any time when I can be of help? ![]() When I was convinced that I was an alcoholic, I admitted it openly. When I came into A.A., I learned what an alcoholic was and then I applied this knowledge to myself to see if I was an alcoholic. "Reminding ourselves that we have decided to go to any lengths to find a spiritual experience, we ask that we be given strength and direction to do the right thing, no matter what the personal consequences may be." Hold your face up to the Light, even though for the moment you do not see." How heartily we A.A.'s can agree with him, for we know that the pains of alcoholism had to come before sobriety, and continued turmoil before serenity. "Someone once remarked that pain is the touchstone of spiritual progress. Now I commiserate only with those who suffer in ignorance, who do not understand the purpose and ultimate utility of pain." "Years ago I used to commiserate with all people who suffered. I have the power to exert a positive influence on myself, my loved ones, and the world in which I live. I am not powerless over assuming responsibility for my own recovery. But I've also learned I am not powerless over some things. I am powerless over how other people work (or don't work) the Steps. I am powerless over having just missed the bus. I am powerless over what people think about me. I've learned that I do not have the power and control I once thought I had. It is no coincidence that the very first Step mentions powerlessness: An admission of personal powerlessness over alcohol is a cornerstone of the foundation of recovery. We admitted we were powerless over alcohol - that our lives had become unmanageable. I'll pay for the first printing.' For several years afterward we followed his suggestion, and with amazing speed the Serenity Prayer came into general use and took its place alongside our two other favorites, the Lord's Prayer and the Prayer of St. Confirming our own ideas, he exclaimed, 'We ought to print this on cards and drop one into every piece of mail that goes out of here. While Ruth and I were admiring the prayer, and wondering how to use it, friend Howard walked into the office. Underneath a routine account of the one who had died there appeared these words: 'God grant us the serenity to accept the things we cannot change, courage to change the things we can, and wisdom to know the difference.' It was an obituary notice from a New York paper. ![]() ![]() Just For Today "A news clipping whose content was to become famous was called to our attention by a New York member, newsman Jack. We try not to indulge in cynicism over the state of the nations, nor do we carry the world's troubles on our shoulders. If newcomers could see no joy in our existence, they wouldn't want it. We have been dealing with alcohol in its worst aspects. We have been speaking to you of serious, sometimes tragic things.
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