The reading in Courage to Change for today was a good reminder, even if I might not have followed it.
"Each moment of this day is precious, and I will make it count." Perhaps tomorrow I will give myself credit for doing my best to use the Program tools, and embrace every moment that I am conscious of my HP's presence in my life. Today I think I blew it, because I kept finding that voice of condemnation at each imperfect juncture, each choice.
Let me be kinder tomorrow and let myself be aware that each moment allows me a new place for positive change.
I like this idea of seeing "Time as a special kind of checking account." Each day there are twenty four hours.... that I can choose to use for my own growth. "By putting Al-anon's principles to work in my life today, I am choosing to use these hours to grow, enjoy, and improve."
Today I can accept that it was OK to learn from my mistakes, "since a brand new twenty four hours can begin at any moment." I don't really have to wait until tomorrow to start. I can let a good night's rest be my new beginning.
Today's Reminder
With each day, I have a whole new start to my life. What comes first in this next twenty four hours? Let me begin by taking good care of the gifts I am given, and using them with joy.
"May all beings learn how to nourish themselves with joy each day."
Thich Nhat Hanh
Thich Nhat Hanh
A very wise and worthy post, Smitty. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteIt appears we are on the exact same wavelength, today! I wrote a post last night that is very reflective of this one.
ReplyDeletewell said,
peace
Even though today was a rough one, I don't have to be stuck in sadness. I can feel sad without letting it bring up fear.
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