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October 17th – A Far Better Way of Life
“We do things that we could have never done alone.”
– Life with Hope, third edition, page 45
My addiction to marijuana made me feel like my life had become shipwrecked. My life continued to spiral downward and became increasingly unmanageable. Smoking pot used to lift me up, but was now just dragging me down. I was no longer getting high; I was smoking to satisfy a craving that was out of control. I had become addicted and I was powerless. No amount of willpower set me free of my compulsion to smoke pot.
The MA program seemed to be heaven-sent. The Steps, the fellowship, reliance on a power greater than myself (aka God), and a willingness to practice the principles of the program have allowed me to now live a life that before recovery seemed unimaginable. The program has allowed me to “live of good purpose,” be of service to others, and grow along spiritual lines. Seeking spiritual progress, rather than perfection, has been a blessing.
Final thought: I am grateful to be set free from my addiction and set on an ever-rewarding journey of spiritual growth and development.
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