July 8 - When we speak with a friend in the Gamblers Anonymous Program,
we shouldn't hesitate to remind him or her of our need for privacy.
Intimate communication is normally so free and easy among us that even a
friend or sponsor may sometimes forget when we expect him to remain
silent. Such "privileged communications" have important advantages.
For one thing, we find in them the perfect opportunity to be as honest
as we know how to be. For another, we don't have to worry about the
possibility of injury to other people, nor the fear of ridicule or
condemnation. At the same time, we have the best possible chance to
spot self-deception.Am I trustworthy for those who trust me?
Today I Pray - I pray for God's assistance in making me a trusted confidant. I need to be a person others will be willing to share with. I need to be an open receiver, not just a transmitter. Today I pray for a large portion of tried-and true-ness, so that I may be a better and more receptive friend to those who choose to confide in me.
Today I Will Remember - Be a receiver.
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