One Day at a Time In Al-Anon: Recent Episodes
Mary Fish
Take your ODAT book with you wherever you go! In this series we'll read through the book literally one day at a time. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mary-fish4/support
Understanding that alcoholism is a disease is a huge step towards achieving acceptance. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mary-fish4/support
Working a program takes work! But you don't have to do it alone, the hand of Alanon will always be there. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mary-fish4/support
If we apply the Serenity prayer over all aspects of our lives, amazing things can happen. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mary-fish4/support
Choosing our words wisely using the slogan Think will almost certainly have a more positive outcome than without it.
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Have you ever felt like a tea kettle about to explode? What program tools did you use to make your cup of tea?
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The only advice we should give each other is how to apply the program to our lives by sharing our experience, strength and hope.
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Let go and let God. Give it a try.
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Quick catch up on doing the next right thing.
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Today is a gift, yesterday is past, and tomorrow will worry about itself.
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Applying the Al-Anon ideas to my everyday life takes work, but the result is priceless.
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Expect too much of others and expect to be disappointed.
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I can change nothing and no one but myself. The improvement I want to see in my life circumstances has to begin with me.
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Al-Anon teaches us to Live and let live. Either way can be difficult, but also easy if we apply the Al-Anon ideas.
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Wherever you go there you are ;)
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Let's complete a self-check and see if we are better off today than we were a month ago by working the Al-Anon program.
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I can only live 'just for today'. I will make today the best day it can be.
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Quietness is more powerful when it's gentle and not angry silence.
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The Al-Anon program is a gift full of little miracles. I will follow the program as if my life depends it.
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Even if there were no such problem as alcoholism in the world we'd still be people trying to get along with other people. Let's be kind to those people around us today.
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Retaliation hurts no one but ourselves. Remember to use the solgan THINK and choose our response wisely.
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We are powerless over alcohol. We are not our spouses accuser, judge or manager. Let's use today to bring a positive change to our own attitude.
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Let be mindful in our shares not to give advice or overwhelm the newcomer.
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When my mind is racing with thoughts all I need to do is Keep it simple.
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Reading science books on alcoholism won't change the things in me that need to change. Change - Let's it begin with me.
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Al-Anon is a worldwide fellowship, so no matter how near or far, we are always close to one another in spirit.
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Every time I catch myself trying to figure out why others do what they do, it's time to have a check in with me.
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Being part of a worldwide fellowship can bring worldwide possibilities.
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Saying 'yes, but...' can often mean we're not ready to hear how another members experience, strength and hope can help us.
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When I am troubled by a sense of guilt I must find the source and make amends for those I may have wronged.
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Giving in to childish behavior only makes matters worse. Remember to let it begin with me.
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Learning how to not be complacent is a huge milestone in our Al-Anon growth.
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Sometimes inaction is as powerful as action.
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Sharing at a meeting should be helpful words for everyone, especially me.
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Step 1 says we are powerless, but we do have choices to let go and let God handle the rest.
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Let's wrap up this year counting our blessings and with inspiration to enter the new year with Hope for Today.
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Al-Anon teaches us that we have choices. Being with family on holidays can be stressful but serenity may be only a prayer away.
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The answer to 'What if...' is not to imagine the worst deal with each problem as it arises. You may be fortunate and no problem arises at all!
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Sometimes you gotta 'fake it till you make it'. Smiling can really make a world of difference in our attitude towards our circumstances.
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Al-Anon teaches us that self-pity can be a result of concentration on the negative things in life. Gratitude can help turn that around.
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Sometimes listening between the lines can give us insight into what the speaker is really saying.
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Even in the midst of an argument we can practice Let Go and Let God. In this way we can save our own dignity and grace.
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It'd very encouraging when the Alcoholic finds sobriety, but it's just the beginning of a new leg in our journey of recovery. (Remember this book was written over 50 years ago so the context of spouses roles may not be the best reflection of how families are today 😉)
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If we live by the Golden Rule it has many benefits to all of our personal relationships.
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Do you find yourself trying to force and engineer solutions for others? Al-Anon teaches us that we can only manage ourselves.
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Al-Anon teaches us that we can see obstacles as stumbling blocks or stepping stones. Which will you choose?
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Al-Anon teaches us that we can have joy even in the midst of suffering. We just have to apply the Twelve Steps and Slogans every day.
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Al-Anon teaches us that just because another person, (alcoholic or not) is upset or angry, we have the tools to keep our serenity intact.
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Living one day at a time is a building block of the program. We need only take care of today, tomorrow will take care of itself.
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There's three sides to every story; my side, your side, and the truth.
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Al-Anon teaches us to Be good to Yourself. Don't sell away your joy and contentment for sorrow and resentment.
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We who use Al-Anon can be grateful for the results and the benefits to our children.
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You're not alone if you find the holiday season challenging. But there is Hope with the help and friendship we find in Al-Anon.
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Step twelve is the culmination of this spiritual program.
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Step eleven reminds us to keep First Things First with daily prayer and meditation.
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Step ten is a great reminder to go to bed with a clean house every night.
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Step eight and nine go hand in hand and can lead us to a more fulfilling life od sanity and serenity.
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Step eight reminds me that I may have hurt the people I love the most. Family may be hardest to make amends to but ultimately the most important.
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Step seven includes all of our shortcomings, but we only have yo take them one at a time.
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Step 6 challenges us to be - entirely ready - to let go of old habits and step in to a new serene way of living.
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Step 4 blends right into Step 5, teaching us humility and honesty.
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Step 4 challenges me to improve my attitude and actions every day.
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Step 3 teaches us a greater understanding of Let go and let God.
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Step 2 gives us a hope in something beyond ourselves.
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The desire for sobriety can only come from the Alcoholic. We are powerless over anyone but ourselves.
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Set time aside each day to focus on the Twelve Steps and let the power they embody work within you.
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Not only are we powerless over alcohol, but over people, places and things. Going back to Step 1 doesn't mean we failed, it just may mean we need a little more practice.
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Having a sense of humor may just be the spark to turn a dark situation into a manageable one. Not everything is a laughing matter, but with time, a merry heart does good like a medicine.
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A little bonus for us since I've been working on catching up to real time. Let go and let God is a perfect slogan as the holiday season unfolds.
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The solgan, "Let Go, and Let God" is just as simple as it sounds.
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Al-Anon challenges us to sort out our own shortcomings instead of the shortcomings of others.
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Examining the reasons behind our actions can be difficult, but the end result is growth.
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Getting love depends largely on my willingness to give love.
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Let's mediate on how we can show courtesy to others today.
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Miracles can happen through the experience, strength and hope of the Al-Anon program.
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Are you confident and courageous today?
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Praying for His will and not my will typically yields the best results. How do you pray?
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We can't expect results overnight. Work on changing one thing at a time and celebrate every success no matter how small it may be.
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The best antidote for Resentment is the continual practice of gratitude.
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Al-Anon is a precious gift. Who can you share it with today?
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Don't try to play God by setting pitfalls for the Alcoholic. Each of us is responsible for the consequences of our own actions.
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It boils down to four words, Mind Your Own Business.
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Detachment is meant to be from the problem and not the person. Remember to detach in such a way that it helps you grow and not create further grievances.
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Resentment often leads to retaliation and neither help us grow. Punishment is not mine to doll out, that's up to my Higher Power.
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We learn to get through the trouble of life finding leverage in a Higher Power and Al-Anon.
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The Alcoholic may relapse, but so can we! Let's be kind to one another and quick to forgive and try again.
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Why do I do what I do? Becoming self-aware is the key to knowing why and who I am.
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Becoming aware of who I am is progressing in the Al-Anon program.
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Step two is a verb, Came to Believe. If we surrender to our Higher Power, peace and serenity are available to us.
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The first step is made up of 12 simple words that propel us on our journey to living One Day at a Time.
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The Al-Anon slogans help us remember to Keep it Simple and live One Day at a Time. What slogan helps get you through the day?
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It's not advised to try to get all the answers at once. Take it slow and keep it simple.
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More more we study the Twelve Steps, the more they will become an integral part of our daily lives.
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What if...? It's a question we've all asked before but worrying about things that may or may not ever happen depletes us of our serenity.
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'The Great Big Multi-Sponsor Operation'. No matter how hard we try it's not up to us to get the Alcoholic to stop drinking. That's between them and their higher power ;).
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When we are body sick we visit our doctor. When we are soul sick we go to a meeting. Trust the love and support for Al-Anon for mind and soul healing.
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We never want to give another advice in Al-Anon. If we need to make a huge decision it's up to us and our Higher Power.
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Just a quick note to say thanks for the love and support!
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Assuming we can know another person's motives makes us a you-know-what. I must look at my own motives and role in the relationship and choose to change what only I can change. Me.
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The difference between submission and surrender is a very valuable lesson, brought to us in today's reading by Dr. Harry M. Tiebout. (apologize if I pronounced it wrong)
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What finally brought you to Al-Anon? Building back our self-esteem is one of many reasons we keep coming back.
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Did you come to Al-Anon thinking you'd get instructions on how to get the Alcoholic to stop drinking? We all did, but what we soon come to realize is that we are here for us.
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Determination. Must I do something about everything? Today's reading shares how important it is to let go.
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Detaching from the problem, and not the person is easier said than done. Today's reading may help you find the solution.
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How often do we get caught up in the "he said, she said" in relationships? Today's reading gives good ideas on how to quit this cycle.
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Al-Anon not only gives us the gift of acceptance, but along with it, the gift of freedom. What are you ready to be free from?
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Remember it's important to never give advice but to share your experience, strength and hope.
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Once we realize that alcoholism is a disease, the home situation is bound to improve. There is hope!
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Take time every day for a moment of quiet and meditation. You'll thank yourself later ;).
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Sometimes I wonder why bad things happen to good people. Today's reading gently reminds me that it could be my own attitude.
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Such an amazing story about overcoming sorrow. One day, with the help of Al-Anon, I will be this strong.
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What is prayer and how often should I pray? Today's reading will help explain.
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Al-Anon relies on faith in a Higher Power, not religion. When we 'come to believe', that is when we start to see changes.
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Are you selfish? If not you should be. Check out how today's reading explains a healthy way to be selfish.
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Courage and the possibilities it brings.
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We are asked to forgive others, but really can we forgive ourselves?
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The Alcoholic is sober, yay, but what happens next is even more important.
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Page 117 asks the reader, "What do I want Al-Anon to do for me?" Think about that in your daily meditation and listen for your higher power to show you the answer.
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