Morning Reflections: Unity, Humility, and Spiritual Growth
Episode Overview
Start your day with a moment of silence and the Serenity Prayer. Reflect on the importance of admitting alcoholism as the first step in recovery. Understand the value of fellowship in Alcoholics Anonymous. Learn about the role of self-searching and meditation in spiritual growth. End with the Lord's Prayer to reinforce community and faith.
We learned that we had to fully concede to our innermost selves that we were alcoholics.
Good morning! Alyssa kicks off this episode with a moment of silence for those suffering and recovering from alcoholism, followed by the Serenity Prayer. The daily reflection, titled 'United We Stand', reminds us that acknowledging our alcoholism is the first crucial step in recovery. Alyssa shares her personal journey, highlighting how she struggled to admit her problem due to fear, despite various external pressures.
She reflects on how Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) became a lifeline, likening the fellowship to survivors on a life raft, united against a common fatal disease. Alyssa reads from page 10 of Asbill's 'Out of the Dark', emphasising the importance of self-searching and meditation in spiritual growth. This episode wraps up with the Lord's Prayer, reinforcing the power of community and faith in the recovery process.
Alyssa’s heartfelt reflections and spiritual guidance make this episode a supportive companion for anyone on their journey to sobriety. Tune in for a blend of prayer, personal anecdotes, and meditative insights that can help you stay strong today.