“There is no satisfaction greater than knowing that one has made an honest attempt to help another, regardless of the results.”

– Life with Hope, first edition, page 64

Sometimes I think, “Why me? Why does this have to happen to me?” But, I know that the experiences I go through only teach me to become a stronger, better person. These trials and tribulations are necessary to grow in order to get through any situation and be of service. Is there strength in your faith to get through the situation? Ask each day what you can do for another. “How can I be of service? Please show me what I can do for the addict that is still sick,” I ask this each morning in my meditations. Being of service is one part of the MA triangle. There were times when I took on too much. I take my commitments very seriously.

Here is a story I like: A sponsee and a sponsor were having breakfast. The sponsee asked, “What is the difference between being of service and having a commitment?” The Sponsor looked down at the plate and said, “You see these ham and eggs? The chicken was of service, the pig made a commitment.”

Final thought: Today, I will ask how can I be of service and help another addict.