A Thought for the Day| Meditations on Hope and Acceptance
Leap Essence’s Thought for the Day is a daily meditation for those in recovery or dealing with addiction to alcohol or drugs.
Check in with us every morning to read a new passage and find your inspiration for the day.
*April 2*
Nobody has all the answers–nobody, that is, except our Higher Power.
Even if we’re not alcoholics, we’ve been affected by the chaos of alcoholism. And one major “symptom” we struggle with? Thinking we know what’s best for everyone else.
We give advice—whether or not anyone asked for it.
We try to control situations, solve problems for others, and steer their lives in the direction we think is right. But here’s the truth: It’s not our job.
Through the Twelve Step program, we’re learning that people need to take charge of their own lives. They have to find their own way, make their own choices, and lean on their Higher Power for guidance—not us. And guess what? When we finally let go and stop trying to fix everything, we find more peace, joy, and freedom in our own lives too. We don’t have to have all the answers. We don’t have to carry the weight of the world. If we ask, we’ll receive the guidance we need. The program is working—for us and for the people we love. All we have to do is trust the process.
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Today’s Affirmation:
I will acknowledge that I need my Higher Power for my answers today. I’ll suggest my friends look to their Higher Power for their answers too.
Since 1954, A Life of My Own has been a key resource for alcoholics in recovery worldwide, with over nine million copies in print. This revised “little book” offers daily reflections, meditations, and prayers to support a clean and sober life, with practical spiritual guidance for everyday living.
Karen Casey is also the author of Each Day a New Beginning. She has spent over 20 years speaking on spirituality, relationships, and personal growth. Her recovery from addiction started in Twelve-Step groups more than 30 years ago, and she’s passionate about helping others in those same groups.
This summary is not a substitute for the original book; all quotes are paraphrased and credited to the author and publisher. Thank you.
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