Insides and outsides Our real value is in being ourselves. Basic Text, page 101
As we work the steps, were bound to discover some basic truths about ourselves. The process of uncovering our secrets, exposing them, and searching our characters reveals our true nature. As we become acquainted with ourselves, well need to make a decision to be just who we are.
We may want to take a look at what we present to our fellow addicts and the world and see if it matches up with what weve discovered inside. Do we pretend that nothing bothers us when, in truth, were very sensitive? Do we cover our insecurities with obnoxious jokes, or do we share our fears with someone? Do we dress like a teenager when were approaching forty and are basically conservative?
We may want to take another look at those things which we thought werent us. Maybe weve avoided NA activities because we dont like crowds. Or maybe we have a secret dream of changing careers but have put off taking action because our dream wasnt really right for us. As we attain a new understanding of ourselves, well want to adjust our behavior accordingly. We want to be genuine examples of who we are.
Just for today: I will check my outsides to make sure they match my insides. I will try to act on the growth I have experienced in recovery. Page 93
This is a good one, as I mentioned before I am trying to be a person that people can depend on, respect and some one that people can ask for help. I think I am getting there. That is what I am inside, I just have to make sure that I am doing all that I can outwardly to make this happen. Thanks for filling in the JFT as I have been traveling alot.
kenh
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