Morning Reflections and Serenity with Alyssa
Episode Overview
Start your day with a moment of silence and the serenity prayer. Daily reflections focus on the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. The 12 steps are likened to a sculptor's tools, shaping your life. Adversity is seen as an opportunity for growth, not failure. Use humour and grace to handle criticism and practice forgiveness.
Our spiritual and emotional growth in AA does not depend so deeply upon success as it does upon our failures and setbacks.
Kickstart your day with Alyssa in this heartwarming episode of AA Morning Snippets. Alyssa guides you through a moment of silence for those struggling with alcoholism and their loved ones, followed by the serenity prayer. The focus then shifts to daily reflections, drawing from the principles laid out in Alcoholics Anonymous. Alyssa likens the 12 steps to a sculptor's tools, shaping each part of her life into a unique work of art.
This comforting analogy serves as a reminder that progress, not perfection, is the goal. She emphasises the importance of doing the best we can for today, trusting that our higher power is guiding us. The episode also touches on the value of adversity, quoting a 1958 letter that describes setbacks as opportunities for growth rather than failures. Alyssa encourages you to handle criticism with grace, whether it’s fair or not, and to use humour as a tool for forgiveness.
The episode wraps up with the Lord's Prayer and a heartfelt plea for sobriety. Alyssa's soothing voice and relatable reflections make this episode a perfect companion for anyone on their recovery journey. Ready to find some peace and inspiration today? Give this episode a listen.