“The nature of our belief will determine the manner of our prayers and meditation.”
Basic Text, p. 44
So many things compete for our attention, and as addicts we have a tendency to think in extremes: all or nothing, right or wrong. Finding the balance is an ongoing negotiation.
—Living Clean, Chapter 1: Living Clean, Opening Essay
“We learn that conflicts are a part of reality, and we learn new ways to resolve them instead of running from them.”
Basic Text, p. 90
Autonomy encourages groups to become strong and lively but also reminds them that they are a vital part of a greater whole: the Fellowship of Narcotics Anonymous.
—It Works, Tradition Four
"The very essence of instinct is that it's followed independently of reason." - Charles Darwin
gottawanna live love and move forward
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