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senseijc


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www.naworks.org Phila. Region Web Address.

September 30
Being Ourselves

"Our real value is in being ourselves."

Basic Text, p.101

Over and over, we have tried to live up to the expectations of those around us. We may have been raised believing that we were okay if we earned good grades in school, cleaned our rooms, or dressed a certain way. Always wanting to belong and be loved, many of us spent a lot of time trying to fit in - yet we never quite seemed to measure up.

Now, in recovery, we are accepted as we are. Our real value to others is in being ourselves. As we work the steps, we learn to accept ourselves just as we are. Once this happens, we gain the freedom to become who we want to be.

We each have many good qualities we can share with others. Our experiences, honestly shared, help others find the level of identification they need to begin their recovery. We discover that we all have special gifts to offer those around us.

Just for today: My experience in recovery is the greatest gift I can give another addict. I will share myself honestly with others.

pg. 284

Back to: Just For Today Page of NAWORKS.org



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jayson cole
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It took me a long time in recovery to have the faith and confidence to be myself, to share openly and honestly. I used to worry that I had to share a certain way or only on certain topics. I finally found the courage (with help) to be me.

What freedom!

Today I am me all over the place. I let out all my little quirks. I make jokes that no one laughs at except me. I do the things I like no matter what anyone else says or thinks. I say exactly what I think and how I feel. I state my principles and beliefs loud and clear. I share my experience, strength, and hope openly and freely and without fear.

Today I have a deeper level of self-acceptance than I ever thought possible. I love and accept even my most bothersome flaws for they let me know there is still room for growth.

I love being free. I love being me in all my imperfect glory!

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