Recovery Meditations: May 28th

Serenity

"Serenity is not freedom from the storm,
but peace amid the storm."

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Why is serenity so important to our recovery? Because darkness cannot exist where there is light! If we can maintain a serene state of mind as established through our faith in HP and the Big Book promises, negative emotions and behaviour will have no power over us. Stress, fear, compulsiveness, obsessiveness, resentment, guilt, shame, willfulness, doubt, distrust, greed and envy, have no power over a mind that is kept in serene repose. Serenity allows us to see situations clearly and make wise decisions. Most importantly, by maintaining a serene mind, we keep the door to our High Power open.

One Day at a Time . . .
I will face each challenge with grace and serenity.
~ Rob R.

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To be at peace inside, is to disallow any outside event to disturb me.  When I shine light on the darkness, it evaporates.  When I look at my fellowman with such light, I see his inner goodness, instead of his ego expressing itself.

I strive to maintain inner peace & composure at all times.  Am I always successful with this? Nope.

One day at a time, one situation at a time, I pray to keep my serenity, no matter what.  When I leave God in charge of my life, I can achieve that serenity.  When I rely only on myself, I am powerless.