Morning Reflections: Serenity and Self-Discovery
Episode Overview
Begin each day with a moment of silence for those affected by addiction. Reflect on emotional imperfections to foster true tolerance. Use daily inventory to uncover true motives behind actions. Recognise rationalisation as an obstacle to honest self-assessment. Embrace spiritual growth as part of the recovery journey.
Who among us is spiritually perfect? Who among us is physically perfect? How could any of us be emotionally perfect?
Kick off your day with a thoughtful pause as Alyssa guides you through a morning of reflection and prayer. In this episode of AA Morning Snippets, Alyssa shares her personal journey from a hotel room, soon to return home, with a heartfelt focus on the challenges faced by alcoholics and their loved ones.
She invites you to join her in a moment of silence for those struggling with addiction, followed by the powerful Serenity Prayer, a cornerstone for many in recovery. Alyssa reflects on the idea that we all carry emotional imperfections and stresses the importance of true tolerance and love for one another. Drawing from the wisdom of '12 Steps and 12 Traditions', Alyssa explores how daily self-reflection can reveal our true motives, often clouded by rationalisation.
She candidly discusses how rationalising can lead us to justify actions that might hurt others, reminding us of the importance of honesty in our daily inventory. Her musings prompt you to consider how emotional and spiritual growth is a shared journey. The episode wraps up with the Lord's Prayer, a moment of unity and hope for those seeking strength in their recovery journey. Alyssa's message is clear: recovery is a daily commitment, one that requires courage, patience, and love.
This podcast snippet is a gentle reminder that sobriety works if you work it. So why not start your day with this inspiring reflection?