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“Step Three was a decision not only to have faith but also to live by faith.”
– Life with Hope, first edition, page 13
Sometimes I feel like, “Why me? Why does this stuff happen to me?” I know that the experiences I go through only help me become a stronger, better person. I learn through my experiences. I have to go through these times of trials and tribulations just to get to the point that I am trying to reach. A life of addiction is a life of self-centeredness. My needs became foremost in my priorities; I needed my drugs, my satisfactions, and my way in all things. The loudest voice I heard was the one in my head.
I took Step Three with my sponsor, and I learned how to “turn it over” and to “let go and let God.” I heard these sayings at MA meetings and I was able to apply these to my recovery. My growth and recovery blossomed after I learned to trust my Higher Power. It was a relief to give up control. I am happy to have faith and acceptance as solutions to my problems.
Making a decision to turn my life over to my Higher Power was necessary for my recovery. In recovery I learned to wait, to become open to surrendering my will and life to a power greater than myself. I learned to put my needs aside and actively help others.
Final thought: I have strength in my faith to get through any situation.
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