Loosid Sober Tip of the Day February 19

A life run on self-will is doomed to fail.

Much of recovery has to do with taking us away from self-will and turning it over to a power greater than ourselves.

It is very important to note that it is not tied to any religion or devotion. It is 100% spiritual, and the higher power is whatever you want it to be, so long as it is not us.

To some, we turn our will over to this higher power who we may choose to call God. For others, who may be atheist or agnostic, we often turn our power over to our sober peers. In this case our God is Group-Of-Drunks.

Another thing we may want to do is add an “o” to God. When we are agitated, pause and think, what is the G-oo-d thing to do?

We can also look at it as Gift Of Dignity or Good Orderly Direction.

The most important thing to know that the answers will not come from us at it is our thinking that got us into trouble in the first place.

Just for today, choose to free yourself from the bondage of self and ask whatever or whoever your higher power is to direct your thoughts as to the next right thing to do.

How did this tip resonate with you? Let us know your thoughts below. There are many people in the Loosid community who need to hear what you have to say.

With Love, Loosid :pray::heart:

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This makes sense to me. My wife of 35 yrs died last month and I've relapsed several times since then. I need to get re-connected with my HP. I left organized religion yrs ago, but I've struggled to find a HP.

I now trust Him more that ever. I can White knuckle Soberity, however it's the serenity that I seek. That tip helped re focus me.

Try the 3rd Step prayer. If you don't believe in God, pray anyway. You're here for a reason

This is definitly what I needed to hear. Thank you for this truly thank you