Morning Reflections: Finding Peace and Strength in Recovery
Episode Overview
Start your day with the Serenity Prayer for acceptance and courage. Reflect on the St. Francis Prayer to foster love, forgiveness, and hope. Learn how working the 11th step can strengthen your connection with your higher power. Understand the value of criticism in personal growth and AA's evolution. Conclude with the Lord's Prayer for guidance and sobriety.
I think that one of the great advantages of my faith in God is that I do not understand him or her or it.
Start your day with a moment of reflection and prayer in this episode of AA Morning Snippets. Alyssa, a recovering alcoholic, guides you through a thoughtful morning routine, beginning with a moment of silence for those affected by alcoholism. The episode features the Serenity Prayer, offering a peaceful start to your day and setting a tone of acceptance and courage. You'll also hear the classic St.
Francis Prayer, which Alyssa shares as a means to foster love, forgiveness, and hope in your daily life. Alyssa reflects on her spiritual journey and how the 11th step of AA has helped her maintain a strong connection with her higher power, even without fully understanding it. She emphasises that working this step regularly has brought her clarity and strength.
Additionally, the episode includes a poignant letter from 1955, highlighting the importance of criticism in personal growth and the evolution of AA. Alyssa shares how both reasonable and unreasonable critics have taught her patience and valuable lessons. The episode concludes with the Lord's Prayer, asking for guidance and sobriety for the day ahead. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking a moment of calm and inspiration to start their day on a positive note.
Why not give it a listen and see how these reflections can support your recovery journey?