“Burn the idea into the consciousness of every man that he can get well regardless of anyone.
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The only condition is that he trust in God and clean house.” – Alcoholics Anonymous.
Dealing with expectations is a frequent topic at meetings.
It isn’t wrong to expect progress of myself, good things from life, or decent treatment from others. Where I get into trouble is when my expectations become demands. I will fall short of what I wish to be and situations will go in ways I do not like, because people will let me down sometimes.
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The only question is: “What am I going to do about it?” Wallow in self-pity or anger; retaliate and make a bad situation worse; or will I trust in God’s power to bring blessings on the messes in which I find myself?
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Will I ask Him what I should be learning; do I keep on doing the right things I know how to do, no matter what; do I take time to share my faith and blessings with others?
Just for today
I will set aside a few moments, once I finish reading today’s entry, to pray and meditate.
This will be the beginning of a new pattern for my recovery.
Uma unenkinga yophuzo oludakyo siza thintana nalezi nobolo ezingezanzi.
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The AA Estcourt branch hosts meetings every Tuesday at Forderville Primary School from 7pm to 8pm. Contact Desigan on 082 849 3014, Roy on 081 874 8016 or Tony on 079 513 4422.
The AA Winterton branch hosts meetings every Thursday at the Springfield Church opposite the police station from 7pm to 8pm. Contact Dolly on 071 688 5330 or Virgilo on 079 688 0432.
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