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hotrod


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Alanon 12 Steps and 12 Traditions page 1

 

IN ALANON WE BELIEVE LIFE IS FOR GROWTH-PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL AND SPIRITUAL

 

STEP 11

SOUGHT THROUGH PRAYER AND MEDIATATION TO IMPROVE MY CONSCIOUS CONTACT WITH GOD, AS I UNDERSTOOD HIM PRAYING ONLY FOR KNOWLEDGE OF HIS WILL AND THE POWER TO CARRY IT OUT

COURAGE TO CHANGE PAGE 165

I WILL TAKE TIME TO CLEAR MY MIND OF UNNESCARY, HURRIED THOUGHTS.THERE SEEMS TO BE LIMITED AMOUNT of SPACE IN My MIND UNTIL I DO.WHEN I CLEAR THIS CLUTTER AWAY THE SPACE BECOMES LIMITLESS AND THE GUIDANCE I AM WILLING TO ACCEPT COMES THROUGH.

THE SPIRITUAL EXERCISE SUGGESTEDBY THE 11TH STEP IS A POWERFUL FORCE FOR GOOD IN OUR LIVES.LET ME NOT THINK I HAVE NO TIME FOR IT

MY SHARE

WHAT A GIFT THIS Step IS.I AM ASKED TO TAKE TIME TO PRAY (TALK TO hp) AND Meditate (LISTEN TO Hp)DAILY.because I was living in chaos in the beginning of my days in a;lanon I had difficulty finding time to do this.my sponsor suggested that I could pray and mediate as I traveled to work each day.Instead ofreading T he paper, worrying about the past or future , becoming annoyed by people I was traveling with , I could talk to god internally.say the serenity prayer, tell HP my worries and fears and ask for help.I also noticed that a very big part of this step praying only for knowledge of his will and the power to carry it out.my biggest fear for years was that hp would ask me to do something I would fail at.this step assure me if I carry out HP's will I will be given the power to do this.how great is that!!!!I will haveHPS powerin my life to use and work and to go forward with courage, serenity and wisdom.I was not promised that I would be given happiness, a million dollars but I would be given the power to carry out hps will.many times hps will for me has been hard and painful,I was givenenough wisdom and courage to go forward .I work this Step each and every day . I ask HP for the courage, wisdom and serenity to live through this day only and trust that I will be lead.

Just a note, my MY HP did not promise a Rose Garden. I have had many a heart break on this Spiritual Journey. Some that sent me into a tail spin. The loss of my precious son to this disease was major. I felt the sadness; the anger, the grief the huge loss and I also felt deep down a peace that surpasses understanding. I did receive the power to face this very difficult loss with HPs help I will always miss and love my child and have a deep sadness at his loss however I also am oh so grateful that this beautiful gift from HP, was in my life for over 40 years and I can recall the many joys and love we shared.

I love this Step

thanks for letting me share

STEP 11 QUESTIONS

1.What other activities help you relax and get in touch with yourself?

2. The next time you get stressed, instead of pushing harder, you might want to walk away from what you are doing and find a way to get quiet and centered. If you are at work, you may want to retreat into a private area-your office, if you have one, or even a bathroom will do. Breathe deeply, then let go of your thoughts, worries, and chaos. Allow peace and healing to enter your body. Stay with it as long as you can or as long as you need to.

3 HAVE YOU BEGUN THE DAILY PRACTICE OF PRAYER AND MEDITATION?



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My method of relaxation is: 

I read from an Al-Anon book a quote or some wisdom

Center myself (Thomas Keating)

Pray 

And sometimes use my Chi machine for relaxation. 

I live alone so I have no problem being quiet and listening to my inner voice. 

Before going to work and during lunch I pray for guidance and strength to carry on in a peaceful way. 

I work at a university so there is lots of quiet study areas. 

Soon



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hotrod


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Dear Soon

Thank you for sharing your Step 11 practices.  Glad that you are here.



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STEP 11 QUESTIONS

1. The most relaxing thing for me is to go for a brisk hour-long walk. Walking is a good way to take care of myself and to clear my mind. Otherwise, some other exercise such as doing some gardening helps me to unwind. I can take note of my concerns and feelings while the exercise gets rid of the tension.

2. When I stress it's because I'm not coping well and need to be realistic & objective instead of imagining things. Getting focused & letting go of my worries is a practical way to manage stress. The first thing would be to use prayer and then allow the healing to begin.   

3. Prayer & meditation are part of my daily routine thanks to Al-Anon's teachings. They are both extremely helpful.

 



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Dear Courage

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and this journeysmile



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