my daily reflections…

today, i get to live a life that produces the serenity and peace of mind needed to consummate a feelin within of warmth, forgiveness, hope, and love that is freely outgoin. havin learned the keys to solutions that overcome my spiritual malady, i do not need to rely upon people, places, or material items that produce a feelin of peace of mind for only a short time. i have been made aware of a way of life that provides harmony and tranquility that far exceeds the transitory false sense of security i used to live for while out doin my dirt. the pain of those days only come when i succumb to my self-will. workin and livin this life in recovery has given me a willingness to make rightful long-term sacrifices for what i believe to be true rather than ones that provide momentary reconciliation. with the wisdom and experience of the past, today i dont have to get lost in self, only creatin greater emotional pain. when difficult times happen, whether the stress is external or internal, i get to experience a more balanced and peaceful state of bein in spite of stressful conditions beyond my control. with the affirmation that events takin place are temporary, even as i may not like the discomfort they produce, gettin back to the basics focusin on healthy detachment, dealin with feelins, lettin go and lettin God, and takin life one moment at a time, i get to live through, and past, times of pain enhancin my spiritual awareness and growth. self-care may not come as easily durin times of stress or pain, even when self-neglect feels way more comfortable, however, healthily takin care of myself always works providin serenity after the storm. livin positively as i can through pain, usin what recovery has taught me to use, i get to grow toward spiritual progress and awareness. keepin honest, open-minded, and willin, i get to hear and feel the language of the heart in all its power and simplicity. 1 day @ a time...