Morning Reflections: Embrace Serenity One Day at a Time
Episode Overview
Start your day with a moment of silence and prayer. Embrace living in the present to support sobriety. Use AA mantras as lifelines during stressful moments. Patience and acceptance are vital in recovery. Spiritual practices reinforce commitment to sobriety.
Each day can be like a rose unfurling according to the plan of a power greater than myself.
Kick off your day with a dose of inspiration from the AA Morning Snippets podcast. Hosted by Alyssa, this episode is a heartfelt morning ritual that combines prayer and reflections to support those on the path to recovery. Alyssa, an alcoholic herself, starts with a moment of silence for suffering and recovering alcoholics and their loved ones. The Serenity Prayer follows, asking for the strength to accept what cannot be changed and the courage to change what can.
The episode dives into the concept of 'Living in the Now', a practice that encourages focusing on the present moment as a means to stay sober. Alyssa highlights how living life in 24-hour segments can transform not just sobriety but also other aspects of life. She compares this process to a rose unfurling, reminding us that patience and acceptance are key as we navigate through life's challenges.
Alyssa shares snippets from AA literature, offering comforting mantras like 'Pain is the touchstone of progress' and 'This too will pass'. These phrases act as lifelines, helping to break patterns of guilt and depression, while fostering acceptance and courage. The episode wraps up with the Lord's Prayer, reinforcing the spiritual backbone of the recovery journey. Alyssa's message is simple yet profound – keep coming back because it works if you work it.
This podcast is a gentle reminder that recovery is a daily commitment, and each day is a new opportunity to embrace serenity. Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for years, Alyssa's morning snippets offer a comforting start to your day. Are you ready to embrace today with hope and courage?