Morning Reflections: Finding Serenity and Gratitude in Recovery
Episode Overview
Start your day with prayer and reflection. Balance spiritual experiences with practical actions. Embrace gratitude for the new life offered by sobriety. Recognise the importance of community support in recovery. Appreciate personal growth as part of the recovery journey.
"All the prayer and meditation in the world will not help me unless they are accompanied by action."
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of recovery in this episode of AA Morning Snippets. Alyssa, an alcoholic, takes listeners on a reflective journey through the power of prayer and daily affirmations. Starting with a moment of silence for those suffering and recovering, she introduces the serenity prayer, a cornerstone for many in Alcoholics Anonymous. The episode emphasises the importance of balancing spiritual experiences with practical actions.
Alyssa shares a poignant message from the AA literature, reminding us that while spiritual reflection is crucial, it's the actions we take that truly manifest change in our lives. Listeners are encouraged to appreciate the 'sane and happy usefulness' found in recovery, and to remain grateful for the new life that sobriety offers.
Alyssa also reflects on the unique path of alcoholics who find solace and transformation through AA, highlighting how fortunate they are to have discovered a new way to live. With gentle humour and heartfelt honesty, this episode is a comforting reminder that every day in recovery is a gift, and maintaining sobriety requires both divine help and personal effort. Whether you're new to recovery or a seasoned veteran, Alyssa's words offer a soothing yet motivating start to your day.
So, how do you plan to integrate these reflections into your own journey?