my daily reflections…

even with years in recovery and multiple personal inventories behind me, self-examination remains essential to my growth. lookin within to uncover character defects and shortcomins is an opportunity to identify what i may have overlooked, as well as the subtle patterns that could harm others or myself. recognizin these tendencies gives me the upper hand in managin my actions, behaviors, and words when self-centeredness tries to take over. the solutions that worked in the past may not serve me today; recovery equips me with better tools to overcome self. when i am armed with the truth about who i am, i remain at peace, aware of both my strengths and my flaws. practicin generosity and brotherly love begins with identifyin the roots of my problems and workin to amend them. usin spirituality to guide my attitude and behavior makes unselfishness not only possible but deeply rewardin. by redoublin my efforts to know myself, i honor the gratitude i have for what recovery has given me. awareness allows me to live in the rhythm of the moment, either embracin or lettin it pass, while a quiet mind sees each opportunity clearly. i no longer live wrapped up entirely in myself; instead, i am free to walk the journey from who i once was to someone new and full of promise. 1 day @ a time...