Loosid Sober Tip of the Day September 6

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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Let go and let God guide you.!!:+1::+1:

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I love the lucid community and the daily tips on sobriety

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Once again I thank Loosid for these tips. They are so clear and well written. I believe in a Higher Power while I get that not everyone does. I think I am going to keep a notebook where I can jot down favorite insights from this site. Thank you.

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Hi Christina. I was just thinking the same thing!

Yay God!

Long ago, humans literally heard the two hemispheres of their primitive brains talking to each other, and ascribed the voices to a divine source building an elaborate mythology around them. Since then we have evolved, and so must our understanding of reality. No matter what you call it, the "higher power" defined by 12 step programs is in fact the god of the Abrahamic religions. Any other explanation is dishonest, which violates one of the most important spiritual principles that we have to rely on. We know now that every being has the power and potential to free themselves from the suffering of addiction. If you're uncomfortable with the religious aspect of the anonymous movement, don't fret, you're not alone, and there is a path to recovery for you!

Thank you Loosid! This is beautiful!

I am still struggling with that step of higher power.