Saturday, February 9, 2013

Nothing Worth the Price of Relapse

February 9 - The slogan "Live and Let Live" can be extremely helpful when we are having trouble tolerating other people's behavior.  We know for certain that nobody's behavior - no matter how offensive, distasteful, or vicious - is worth the price of relapse.  Our own recovery is primary, and while we must be unafraid of walking away from people or situations that cause us discomfort, we must also make a special effort to try to understand other people - especially those who rub us the wrong way.

Can I accept the fact that, in my recovery, it is more important to understand that to be understood?

Today I Pray - When I run headlong into someones unpleasant behavior, may I first try my best to understand.  Then, if my abstinence from gambling seems threatened, may I have the courage to remove myself form the situation.

Today I Will Remember - Live and let live.

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