Daily Reflection January 3rd - Powerless

A daily reading from the book “Daily Reflections” by Alcoholics Anonymous.

Powerlessness becomes empowering when I realize and accept what I have control over and what I don't. I hope this meditation helps you to reframe your perspective on what it means to truly be powerless... it was revolutionary to me when I realized I am only in charge of what’s inside my hula hoop.

Transcript

Daily Reflection January 3rd Powerless We admitted we were powerless over alcohol,

That our lives had become unmanageable.

Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions,

Page 21.

It is no coincidence that the very first step mentions powerlessness.

An admission of personal powerlessness over alcohol is a cornerstone of the foundation of recovery.

I have learned that I do not have the power and control I once thought I had.

I am powerless over what people think about me.

I am powerless over having just missed the bus.

I am powerless over how other people work,

Or don't work,

The steps.

But I've also learned I am not powerless over some things.

I am not powerless over my attitudes.

I am not powerless over negativity.

I am not powerless over assuming responsibility for my own recovery.

I have the power to exert a positive influence on myself,

My loved ones,

And the world in which I live.