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"Our past is a story
existing only in our minds.
Look, analyze, understand, and forgive.
Then, as quickly as possible, chuck it."
Marianne Williamson
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Before I came into program I had the
tendency to beat myself up over the
things I'd done while in the throes of
my disease. I would relive everything
I'd done -- especially my
misdeeds. Guilt ruled my life.
Then I found Twelve Steps that set me on
the road to recovery. And I found
promises ... promises that told me that
if I were to rigorously and honestly
work the program, I would find a new
freedom and a new happiness. I was told
that I would not regret the past nor
wish to shut the door on it, (as found
on page 83 of the Big Book).
For me, the Big Book reminds me of where
I came from and that I never want to go
back. The Williamson quote (above) tells
me that I don't need to wallow in the
guilt of yesterday.
ONE DAY AT A TIME . . .
I remember my past, release it and move on.