A Meditation On Identifying Fear And Letting Go Of It

This meditation is designed to guide you through the process of recognizing and releasing the fears that may hinder your journey toward recovery and personal growth. Drawing from the principles of mindfulness and self-awareness, this practice provides a safe space to explore your emotions and cultivate inner strength.

*While I fully support the teachings of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the 12-step program, it is important to clarify that these programs do not endorse my interpretations. The insights I offer in this meditation are my personal reflections and should not be viewed as a substitute for professional or psychological advice. I do not represent AA or hold any official status within the 12-step community.

As you engage in this meditation, may you find solace in the understanding that letting go of fear is a crucial step toward achieving peace and clarity.

Transcript

And letting go of it,

Primarily fear that we would lose something we already possessed,

Or would fail to get something we demanded.

Living upon a basis of unsatisfied demands,

We were in a state of continual disturbance and frustration.

Therefore,

No peace was to be had unless we could find a means of reducing these demands.

The difference between a demand and a simple request is plain to anyone.

Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions,

Page 76.

Daily Reflection.

Peace is possible for me only when I let go of expectations.

When I'm trapped in thoughts about what I want and what should be coming to me,

I'm in a state of fear or anxious anticipation,

And this is not conducive to my emotional sobriety.

I must surrender over and over to the reality of my dependence on God,

For then I find peace,

Gratitude,

And spiritual security.