”Guard well within yourself that treasure,
kindness. Know how to give without hesitation, how to lose without regret,
how to acquire without meanness.”
George Sand
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One
of the biggest changes I have seen in myself in my recovery is my renewed
connection with those around me. In the midst of my active acting out I did
not realize just how isolated and self-absorbed I had become. Today I am more
cognisant of others that I interact with. I am acutely aware that I am not
the centre of my world, and that in order to be healthy I need to have
connections to other human beings.
The
way for me to get in touch with others is by giving of myself: by being kind
and caring, empathetic and loving, respectful and compassionate. In doing
selfless acts, small or large, I gain appreciation for being a member of
society and the human race.
As
important as it is for me to focus on myself in recovery, I cannot ignore
that I have to interact with others in my life. Part of my new path involves
mending relationships that I have neglected, maintaining appropriate
boundaries, respecting my own feelings and those of others, and seeking new
and healthy relationships that support my journey of recovery.
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Affirmation
Today
I will practice small acts of kindness to renew my connection to the world.
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These thoughts are part of my personal journal - reflections of where I am and have been in my recovery, but also where I want to be. My words come from my heart, and moments of clarity when I am best connected with my Higher Power. May God grant you serenity in reviewing my humble beginnings and my continuing path of recovery.
Monday 23 April 2012
April 23
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