Morning Reflections and Prayers for Recovery
Episode Overview
Start your day with a moment of silence and the Serenity Prayer. Daily reflections emphasise the importance of personal inventory. Judging others often reflects self-judgment; embrace gratitude. Spiritual experiences are unique and should not be questioned. Identify character defects to walk confidently on your recovery journey.
Whoever is upsetting me most is my best teacher.
Kickstart your morning with Alyssa's daily reflections and prayers in this episode of AA Morning Snippets. Alyssa, an alcoholic in recovery, opens with a moment of silence for those suffering and recovering from alcoholism, followed by the Serenity Prayer. This episode focuses on the importance of daily monitoring and personal inventory, as highlighted in the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions. Alyssa discusses the spiritual axiom from the 10th step, reminding us that our reactions to disturbances are our responsibility.
She emphasises that judging others often reflects self-judgment and encourages gratitude towards those who challenge us, as they can be our greatest teachers. Alyssa shares wisdom from the 1962 Grapevine, noting that spiritual experiences are unique to each individual and should not be questioned or demanded to fit a specific mould. She reinforces the idea that personal inventory helps us identify and address our character defects, allowing us to walk with newfound confidence on our recovery journey.
The episode concludes with the Lord's Prayer, a plea for daily sobriety, and a reminder to keep coming back because 'it works if you work it'. Alyssa's blend of spiritual guidance and practical advice offers a comforting and motivating start to the day for anyone on the path to recovery. Tune in for a heartfelt mix of prayer, reflection, and encouragement that will leave you feeling inspired and ready to tackle the day ahead.