I read this today and wanted to share it with all of you.
Gratitude:
The universe cannot give you more until you are grateful for what you have. Give thanks to the universe and acknowledge gifts, abundance and blessings every day. Utilize the gifts and resources that the universe has given, making way to receive more.
Today, I am grateful for the many friends I have made on this Board. It was a lifesaver for me in my early days of sobriety. I am also grateful for the people who I don't see eye to eye with. They teach me something, as well. Even though that is a hard one for me, I learn the way I treat others is a direct reflection of how I am treated. I am grateful today, I am teachable.
~Rachel
Thank you for sharing that Rachel. I too am so grateful for the people I have met here and in my life after pills. I hear things I don't want to hear but need to hear. I don't always see eye to eye but am trying to be more tolerant of others as I would hope they would do for me. We are all in this together. The good, the bad and the ugly....
Mostly I'm grateful for you. You always seem to call or email at the right time...when I'm low or when I need to share. You are a very special person my friend and this board is lucky to have you.
Lisa
Mostly I'm grateful for you. You always seem to call or email at the right time...when I'm low or when I need to share. You are a very special person my friend and this board is lucky to have you.
Lisa
Hi Rachel;
Great post! I think of gratitude often. I was let go from my job at the end of October, so don't spend too much time here anymore. I'm constantly (it seems) tweaking my resume, and looking for work. But I try to remind myself daily of how fortunate I really am. Sure we've had to make changes in our lifestyle, and cutback on the spending, but the Big Guy is taking care of us, and that's all that really matters.
Hope all is well with you in LA!
Jim
Great post! I think of gratitude often. I was let go from my job at the end of October, so don't spend too much time here anymore. I'm constantly (it seems) tweaking my resume, and looking for work. But I try to remind myself daily of how fortunate I really am. Sure we've had to make changes in our lifestyle, and cutback on the spending, but the Big Guy is taking care of us, and that's all that really matters.
Hope all is well with you in LA!
Jim
JR:
I know how time consuming it is looking for a job. As you know, I interview often. I am constantly tweaking my resume and suiting up and showing up for Specialty positions. It's a full time job! I have no doubt that you will end with an opportunity that you are the ideal candidate for. Jr, you are a constant source of light and unconditional love for me and one of the reasons I keep coming back. I want to share with you the second part of the reading:
Ask:
Ask and you shall receive - a great law of the universe, as long as it is combined with sincerity of heart, intention for the highest good of all, and the next four critical yet sometimes forgotten steps, you will receive. Decide what you want specifically, and ask for it!
~Rachel
I know how time consuming it is looking for a job. As you know, I interview often. I am constantly tweaking my resume and suiting up and showing up for Specialty positions. It's a full time job! I have no doubt that you will end with an opportunity that you are the ideal candidate for. Jr, you are a constant source of light and unconditional love for me and one of the reasons I keep coming back. I want to share with you the second part of the reading:
Ask:
Ask and you shall receive - a great law of the universe, as long as it is combined with sincerity of heart, intention for the highest good of all, and the next four critical yet sometimes forgotten steps, you will receive. Decide what you want specifically, and ask for it!
~Rachel
I'm grateful today that I have another chance to participate in life.I don't have to let past mistakes or things that haven't happened determine how I act today.
Today let me show an uselfish act of kindness to someone who needs it.
Let me not be in such a hurry to offer a smile to the clerk at the gas station.
Allow me to enjoy the time I play ball with my dogs this morning without feeling the need to rush back and get it over with.
Let me be very grateful today that I'm clean and sober .
Namaste
Today let me show an uselfish act of kindness to someone who needs it.
Let me not be in such a hurry to offer a smile to the clerk at the gas station.
Allow me to enjoy the time I play ball with my dogs this morning without feeling the need to rush back and get it over with.
Let me be very grateful today that I'm clean and sober .
Namaste
Rachel,
I'm grateful for you and others like you who keep coming back to the Board to share a message of recovery and hope. None
I'm grateful for you and others like you who keep coming back to the Board to share a message of recovery and hope. None
nice post............
i am very greatful all the blessings in my life..............
and most of all freedom..............
from pills...........
thumper
Been away for awhile and it feels good to be back to work and in a routine...
Thanks for your post Rachel...I always hear things I need when you post...
Today I am grateful that I too am clean & sober and that I have a 12step program of recovery in my life and it's teaching me how to live life on life's terms...
I too am grateful for this board and for those who have helped me start this journey and were tolerant and patient until I finally surrendered and then accepted the help....and I am so grateful that it was suggested to get f2f help because without that, I don't think I would be clean & sober today....
And a special thank you to Lisa for being there yesterday when I needed to talk...just hearing you say hello stopped the rage that was starting to boil and everything went okay, not great, not bad, but okay & I got through it okay....I love you and thank you for being there....
xoxo
Stacey
Thanks for your post Rachel...I always hear things I need when you post...
Today I am grateful that I too am clean & sober and that I have a 12step program of recovery in my life and it's teaching me how to live life on life's terms...
I too am grateful for this board and for those who have helped me start this journey and were tolerant and patient until I finally surrendered and then accepted the help....and I am so grateful that it was suggested to get f2f help because without that, I don't think I would be clean & sober today....
And a special thank you to Lisa for being there yesterday when I needed to talk...just hearing you say hello stopped the rage that was starting to boil and everything went okay, not great, not bad, but okay & I got through it okay....I love you and thank you for being there....
xoxo
Stacey
Glad I could help Stacey, but truthfully, you had the answers, you just needed them validated. You're one smart cookie.
That's the beauty of this program that we work. When we call, someone is always there to help and for that I am so grateful.
I love you too
Lisa
That's the beauty of this program that we work. When we call, someone is always there to help and for that I am so grateful.
I love you too
Lisa
Thanks Rachel. Truth be told I get pretty depressed some days. I'm not sleeping so well - I wake up in the middle of the night and can't get back to sleep. I ask myself "how did this happen?", but usually I am able to smack myself upside the head (figuratively) and remind myself that this has happened for a reason, and a year from now I'll look back with thanks.
But that doesn't pay the bills does it? And it doesn't help lessen the stress level at home. But it will be okay...it has to be. I really believe that.
Jim
But that doesn't pay the bills does it? And it doesn't help lessen the stress level at home. But it will be okay...it has to be. I really believe that.
Jim
Jim:
I am so sorry you are feeling this stress. You are such a great guy and I know you will find an amazing position. I know it's tough in the job market but I am confident if you keep suiting up and showing up for those interviews you will land the perfect job. It's hard to let go of the stress of financial anxiety. Believe me, that one is really difficult for me but just remember The Promises...
Take care,
~Rachel
I am so sorry you are feeling this stress. You are such a great guy and I know you will find an amazing position. I know it's tough in the job market but I am confident if you keep suiting up and showing up for those interviews you will land the perfect job. It's hard to let go of the stress of financial anxiety. Believe me, that one is really difficult for me but just remember The Promises...
Take care,
~Rachel
Jim, just keep putting it out there. I know how scary this is, but something will work out. Just trust and visualize yourself in a job you love....
Think positive and know that you will be okay.
Think positive and know that you will be okay.
Sorry to hear about the work situation, Jim. I'm sure it's stressful, but you sure sound solid and positive. That's a testament to your program and how much you've changed, all of which I find truly admirable. Hang in, None.
Jim-Don't lose sight of the freedom you have attained.This is just another hurdle that you will get through.....and you will do it clean and sober.
Rachel-Today...Tuesday morning,I am grateful for your courage to persevere in spite of your obstacles.
Today I'm grateful to have a little work this morning....and I do mean little
LOL
Have A Great Morning
Rachel-Today...Tuesday morning,I am grateful for your courage to persevere in spite of your obstacles.
Today I'm grateful to have a little work this morning....and I do mean little
LOL
Have A Great Morning
Today I am grateful that I don't have to do this alone...When I was young and then using/abusing, I always felt so alone and different, most of the time less than and today I am so grateful those feelings aren't a part of me anymore...and if they do try to sneak in, I have the tools and know how to get more spiritually fit......
Jim...You are in my prayers...
Have a blessed day, everyone....
Stacey
Jim...You are in my prayers...
Have a blessed day, everyone....
Stacey
I'm so sorry Jim. But as smart as you are, this is temporary. You'll soon be telling us of this great job you got.
Today I'm grateful. I just am.
Today I'm grateful. I just am.
Wednesday Morning=
Today I am grateful that I got out of bed in one piece.
Today I pray that Jodi,Karen,Chris[Furious Psych] and any addict still suffering will find the answers they need.
Today I am grateful that I got out of bed in one piece.
Today I pray that Jodi,Karen,Chris[Furious Psych] and any addict still suffering will find the answers they need.
Today I am grateful for my new sponsor and the ability to connect with another woman...
Today I am grateful for my husband who doesn't understand completely alcoholism/addiction but supports me 100% in my recovery and all that entails..
I too pray every morning for my son and those out there still suffering and I also pray they find just a ray of hope and reach out for help.....
Today I am grateful for my husband who doesn't understand completely alcoholism/addiction but supports me 100% in my recovery and all that entails..
I too pray every morning for my son and those out there still suffering and I also pray they find just a ray of hope and reach out for help.....
Today I'm grateful for my life and my family. I'm grateful for my friends on this board...they don't let me forget who I am and how much I'm loved.
Today I am grateful for being able to be grateful.
I have a family, friends, two beautiful animals who adore me...I have my health (which is a little shaky right now, but I feel myself healing)...
I am grateful that I can let things go, some things are not worth holding on to.
I am grateful that I know how it feels to be sick, and not anesthetize immediately. That I can rationally go through the motions, slow down, sleep, rest, eat right, take antibiotics, drink fluids, and just feel ill without freaking out.
I am grateful for forgiveness, because I have needed to be given forgiveness...so I am glad it exists!
I have a family, friends, two beautiful animals who adore me...I have my health (which is a little shaky right now, but I feel myself healing)...
I am grateful that I can let things go, some things are not worth holding on to.
I am grateful that I know how it feels to be sick, and not anesthetize immediately. That I can rationally go through the motions, slow down, sleep, rest, eat right, take antibiotics, drink fluids, and just feel ill without freaking out.
I am grateful for forgiveness, because I have needed to be given forgiveness...so I am glad it exists!
