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jayson cole


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www.naworks.org Phila. Region Web Address.

September 10
More Powerful Than Words

"We learn that a simple, loving hug can make all the difference in the world."

Basic Text p.88

Perhaps there have been times in our recovery when we were close to someone who was in great pain. We struggled with the question, "What can I do to make them feel better?" We felt anxious and inadequate to relieve their suffering. We wished we had more experience to share. We didn't know what to say.

But sometimes life deals wounds that can't be eased by even the most heartfelt words. Words can never express all we mean when our deepest feelings of compassion are involved. Language is inadequate to reach a wounded soul, as only the touch of a loving Higher Power can heal an injury to the spirit.

When those we love are grieving, simply being present is perhaps the most compassionate contribution we can offer. We can rest assured that a loving Higher Power is working hard at healing the spirit; our only responsibility is to be there. Our presence, a loving hug, and a sympathetic ear will surely express the depth of our feelings, and do more to reach the heart of a human being in pain than mere words ever could.

Just for today: I will offer my presence, a hug, and a sympathetic ear to someone I love.

pg. 264

Back to: Just For Today Page of NAWORKS.org



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Hey thanks. Here's a BIG NA HUG to you, Jayson, for always giving us something to reflect on everyday...

((((((((((((((((((((JAYSON COLE))))))))))))))))))))

Hope I didn't choke you with my Bear Hug smile.gif

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((((big HUGS to Jayson and the rest of my NA family))))

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