Morning Reflections for Spiritual Growth
Episode Overview
Start your day with a moment of silence for those affected by alcoholism. Reflect on the Serenity Prayer to set a calm tone for the day. Understand that spiritual growth is a lifelong journey. Identify and overcome barriers to spirituality like selfishness and fear. Embrace qualities like love, patience, and humility for a fulfilling sober life.
Barriers to my spiritual growth are self-centeredness and a materialistic focus on worldly things.
Start your day on a positive note with AA Morning Snippets. In this episode, Alyssa, who identifies as an alcoholic, guides you through a serene and reflective morning routine. It begins with a moment of silence for those suffering from alcoholism and their loved ones, followed by the Serenity Prayer, which sets a calm and hopeful tone for the day ahead. Alyssa then dives into the daily reflections, focusing on the theme of spiritual growth.
She shares insights from Alcoholics Anonymous, emphasising that spiritual growth is a continuous journey rather than an overnight achievement. The episode highlights the importance of moving beyond self-centeredness and materialism to embrace spirituality through qualities like unconditional love, patience, kindness, and humility. Alyssa also discusses the barriers to spiritual growth, such as selfishness and fear, and how overcoming these can lead to a more fulfilling and sober life.
She wraps up with a reading from 'As Bill Sees It', discussing tolerance and the different perspectives on higher power within AA. The episode concludes with the Lord's Prayer, leaving you with a sense of peace and motivation to stay sober for the day. If you're looking for a brief yet impactful way to start your day with reflection and inspiration, this episode is a perfect choice.