Sublime

destruction of self-centeredness.

I grew sneakier and less outwardly defiant. Despite breaking laws routinely for years, I stayed out of big trouble for the most part. A few times they almost had me, but I managed to scam on technicalities or I got yet another break.

To be gravely affected, one does not necessarily have to drink a long time nor take the quantities some of us have.

If willingness is the key to unlock the gates of hell, it is action that opens those doors so that we may walk freely among the living.

There have been occasions when the temptation to slack off has won. I view each of these as learning opportunities.

I was willing to believe that A.A. was telling me the truth. I wanted to believe it was true in a way I cannot relate in words.

Do not let any prejudice you may have against spiritual terms deter you from honestly asking yourself what they mean to you.

Willingness and action have seen me through it all, with the guidance of a loving Higher Power and the fellowship of the program.

With prayer I say I am willing to be helped.