I would like to take a little time to tell you about myself since I have not done this since I start blogging.  I have battled addiction for 35 years since the age of thirteen starting with alcohol blocking feelings of not fitting in, not living up to my parents' standards, fear, anxiety.  I did not grow up poor.  Addiction is not discriminative.  I also grew up in Akron, Ohio.  The home of AA, how ironic is that?  I did 21 stints in rehab, have had several sponsors, rapid trauma addiction therapy but it wasn't until God let me see the face of Satan did it turn my life around.  I will now and will forever dedicate the rest of my life to helping others with this affliction, some way, some how.  Would you be willing to help?



GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CANNOT CHANGE, THE COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS I CAN, AND AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE.


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Positive Affirmations for Self-Approval


Learn to use the power of positive affirmations in your own life!

I approve of myself.

I always do the best I can.

I love and accept all parts of myself.

Loving myself heals my life.

Accepting myself makes it easy for me to change the things I’d like to change.

I express my feelings openly and easily.

I am a loving and positive person.

I forgive myself for past mistakes, knowing I was doing the best I could at the time. .

I am willing to accept love. I deserve love.

I am lovable and loving.

I am happy with myself.

I love myself. 

I create my reality and I choose to create joy. 

I am senior to my mind and my feelings. 

I am sufficient. 

I am enough. 

It is OK to be confused. 

It is OK to be upset. 

I can say No to people without losing their love. 

It is OK to make mistakes. 

It is OK to ask for help. 

I am surrounded by an abundance of love. 

I choose to heal. 

I choose to forgive. 

I am a Divine being. 

I am complete. 

I am happy. 

I give myself permission to do what I know is best for me. 

I give myself permission to not care what others think. 

The more I like myself, the more others like themselves. 

I am an opening for love in my life. 

Nothing adds to or take away from my value. 

I know what is best for me and I act on it. 

I forgive myself for any negative beliefs I have held. 

I forgive my parents for not being perfect. 

I forgive myself for playing small in the world. 

I am stepping into my power. 

I am fully alive. 

I trust myself completely. 

I accept myself completely. 

I acknowledge all the pain I have endured and release it. 

I am the only one that knows my truth and that is sufficient. 

I acknowledge the unique and special person that I am. 

I am constantly amazed at the magnificence that is me. 

It is OK for others to say No to me - it does not mean they do not love me. 

I surrender to my higher Self. 

The power within me is greater than whatever is in front of me. 

What others think of me is none of my business.

I am highly pleasing to myself. 

I am now highly pleasing to myself in the presence of other people. 

I am a self-determined person, and I allow others the same right. 

I have a right to say NO to people without losing their love. 

Other people have the right to say no to me without hurting me. 

My defense mechanisms are no longer necessary because I am a wonderful person. 

I deserve credit for my success and accomplishments whether it was difficult or not. 

I am a winner whether I like it or not.




A list of positive affirmations to deal with depression

* I pursue my life’s purpose

* I feel worthy

* I feel fulfilled & joyful

* I deserve to be happy

* I only have positive mental pictures

* Joy overflows in my life

* I am becoming better everyday

* I embrace positive self-esteem

* I reject abuse from others

* I have faith and deep belief in myself

* I have an enthusiastic outlook on life

* My future looks great




A list of positive Self Esteem Affirmations

* I am loveable

* I am worthy of love and friendship

* I accept myself completely

* I have a solid sense of self-identity

* I see myself realistically and objectively

* I find deep inner peace within myself as I am

* I say positive things about myself to myself

* I am a kind, caring and decent person

* I forgive myself for all I have done

* I forgive every person who has undermined my self-esteem




I AM EXCEPTED

I am accepted with my color, my age, my descent.
· 
I live and therefore have a right to life.
· 
I am managing and directing my path and freedom to live.
· 
I feel my divine connection to everyone and everything.
· 
Everything I seek is seeking me now.
·
 I am complete; other’s opinions are just their opinions.
· 
I know animosity and ferocity is too minor to shadow the right and freedom for life
·
 I am totally aware that smoke screens of negative discrimination clear out ultimately and human rights and freedom prevails
· 
I am as equal as the next person to receive services and assistance that is meant for all and everyone of us.
·
 I choose to experience things that will reveal my true Life Purpose.
· 
I am now acting upon my Life Purpose with joy and passion.
· 
I am now free to do the things I love the way I love them.








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       I would like to take a little time to tell you about myself since I have not done this since I start blogging.  I have battled addiction for 35 years since the age of thirteen starting with alcohol blocking feelings of not fitting in, not living up to my parents' standards, fear, anxiety.  I did not grow up poor.  Addiction is not discriminative.  I also grew up in Akron, Ohio.  The home of AA, how ironic is that?  I did 21 stints in rehab, have had several sponsors, rapid trauma addiction therapy but it wasn't until God let me see the face of Satan did it turn my life around.  I will now and will forever dedicate the rest of my life to helping others with this affliction, some way, some how.  Would you be willing to help?



GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CANNOT CHANGE, THE COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS I CAN, AND AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE.


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WHAT IS THE PINK CLOUD THEORY?
DOES IT EXIST?
IF SO, WHAT DO WE DO WHEN REALITY
OF LIFE SETS IN?


Is it a myth or reality, fact or fiction? The "pink cloud" is an experience common to almost everyone that seeks recovery from drug addiction or alcoholism. Early stage recovery from drug addiction and alcoholism is a period of time that is comprised of a great many challenges and feelings which are difficult to manage. The individual recovering from drug addiction or alcoholism may still be experiencing cravings, symptoms associated with withdrawal or feelings for the first time in sobriety. Each day is a series of "ups and downs, highs and lows, usually accompanied by depression, frustration, hopelessness, anger, resentment which the addict or alcoholic is accustomed to coping with through the use of drugs, alcohol or unhealthy behavioral choices. 

What is the "pink cloud"?

The “pink cloud” is best described as a period of time where the addict or alcoholic experiences a reprieve from the struggles associated with early recovery. These struggles are generally associated with the feelings of depression, anger, resentment, self pity and the realization of where their drug addiction or alcoholism has taken them. 

Upon experiencing this phenomenon for the first time, the addict or alcoholic is understandably excited. They begin to believe they now “hold the key” to their recovery. This is where the seed for relapse is planted. They begin to believe more in themselves than in the process they have been following. Without the pain as a daily reminder, they tend to forget about what it took for them to embrace recovery. Denial rears its ugly head and they minimize how devastating their drug addiction and alcoholism really was and that they have a disease of drug addiction and alcoholism that requires attention on a daily basis. Relapse prevention becomes an afterthought as the person becomes defiant and rebellious regarding suggestions contrary to their desires. Without resorting to drugs or alcohol, the individual in recovery is one step away from relapse. Remember, relapse is not an event, it is a process

Then comes a day, followed by a series of days or weeks, where the addict or alcoholic experiences acceptance. He or she is excited at the prospect of what recovery from addiction and alcoholism has to offer and feel as if they have grasped what it takes to maintain quality recovery. All the work they have done in their addiction treatment center and self help group has paid off and they experience a reprieve from all the difficulties that have crossed their path. This reprieve, which is actually a feeling, lasts but for a period of time and as with any feeling, comes and goes. As this feeling of excitement and acceptance passes, the risk for relapse is great as the addict or alcoholic begin to doubt the quality of their recovery. They become scared and thoughts of their drug addiction or alcoholism reappear. Addicts and alcoholics will experience this "pink cloud" phenomenon many times in recovery. As their ability to cope with feelings and situations increase and they become more committed to their relapse prevention program, the less likely relapse is to occur.


TIPS TO AVOID RELAPSE

1. Change your friends – Unfortunately, the very root of our addiction problems sometimes lay within our circle of friends. Are there any particular friends you consistently hang out with that lead you into substance abuse? It’s time to reassess what a friend really means to you and the kind of friends you should hang out with to lead a healthy lifestyle. Sometimes this means changing your phone number and moving to sever negative relationships. This can be hard but in the end, it may save your life.

2. Change your environment – Just as you should review your friendships, you should also think about the places you go to hang out. Maybe it’s a nightclub or a ballgame where they serve beer. Or perhaps it is a certain part of town you have frequented that makes you feel temptation. If these places cause you to relapse, you should avoid them at all costs. This might mean staying at home or visiting constructive environments instead like a museum.

3. Occupy your free time – Boredom can be a dangerous opponent in your recovery process. You may have found that the times you used drugs, smoked or drank alcohol were partly attributed to having nothing to do. Try reading your local paper to find cultural events, activities and cool things to do that don’t involve substance use.

4. Exercise – It’s a fact that if you feel depressed, you are more likely to use drugs to self medicate. One way to fight depression is to make you feel healthy and happy. Combining weight lifting with cardiovascular exercise will increase your strength and stamina as well as your overall sense of well being.

5. Diet – Diet is the other half of making yourself feel health and happy. Avoid fast food restaurants and anything high in cholesterol or sodium. Also quit drinking soda, eating candy, desert or anything with artificial flavoring. When you exercise and have a good diet, other things in your life will improve in addition to a sense of well being such as a higher sex drive and a better sex life!

6. Work – Boost your self esteem by feeling a sense of accomplishment and productivity. It’s a great feeling when your boss warms up to you or when you start a business and see it develop. Work is a great way to replace the focal point of your life from addiction to prosperity. This will boost your self esteem and reinforce your sobriety.

7. Build relationships – You may have noticed that as an addict, the drug becomes the center of attention in your life. Flip the table around! Whenever possible, make an effort to bond with your friends and family. They will return their support to you in a time of need.

8. Get a sponsor – There is nothing like having a mentor in recovery to help with your journey to a new way of life. Sponsors have been the key to so many success stories of addiction recovery. It’s just like having a big brother there to watch your back and guide you onto the right path.

9. Visit support groups – Whether or not you are shy or believe in support groups, you should give them the benefit of the doubt and try one out sometime. At first you might be resistant to what they teach… but you might begin to secretly enjoy them and appreciate the value of what they are doing for your life. Millions before you have received life changing wisdom from support groups.

10. Try having faith – Whether or not you believe in God, you may want to consider the powerful side effects of being a spiritual person; peace and serenity. After all the years of drug use… don’t you want to release yourself from the chaos? Confidence will allow many fruits in your life and give you a complete new viewpoint on the road ahead.



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GRATEFULNESS

WHAT ARE YOU GRATEFUL FOR

IN YOUR RECOVERY




  Finding Gratefulness: A Recovery Tip For Love Addicts

Recovering from love addiction is not easy. As love addicts, to break the ingrained relational patterns that has caused us so much pain takes time, patience, and persistence. Face it; as human beings rarely in our lives do great things do not come easy. If you are a love addict with a genuine desire to recover – I strongly encourage you to-- never give upno matter how much you slip, no matter how many mistakes, no matter how many times you fall into the old painful love addicted patterns in your effort to change. There is hope.
A healthier life, fulfilling love, and authentic inner-love will come if you justkeep putting one foot in front of the other. It often feels cumbersome, overwhelming, and distressing on our path to recovering.
During this journey-, I believe it is critical we sometimes put focus on things we can be grateful for in our lives today. This is not always an easy thing to do, especially early in recovery. If you discover difficulty in being grateful in your life this day, then read the following:



If The World Were a Village of 100 People...
If the world were a village of 100 people, of the 100 people in this village:
  • 50 live in poverty

  • 53 live on less than $2.00 a day

  • 66 of adults are illiterate

  • 24 do not have electricity

  • 93 do not own a computer

  • 30 are unemployed (many others are underemployed)

  • 28 work in agriculture

  • 20 of them are undernourished

  • 20 have no clean, safe water to drink

  • 44 have no access to clean sanitation

  • Only 70 people of the 100 own an automobile

  • Just under half of the married women in the village have access to and use modern contraceptives.

  • In one year, 28 babies will be born. Ten people will die, 3 of them for lack of food, 1 from cancer, 2 of the deaths are of babies born within the year.

  • If you do not live in fear of death by bombardment, armed attack, landmines, or of rape or kidnapping by armed groups, then you are more fortunate than 20, who do.

  • If you can speak and act according to your faith and your conscience without harassment, imprisonment, torture or death, then you are more fortunate than 48 of the 100 villagers.
  • If you have money in the bank, money in your wallet and spare change somewhere around the house, then you are among the richest 8 of them.

  • If you can read this message, that means you are probably lucky!

Now ask yourself: What can you be grateful for today?

I know when I was using I took a lot for granite. Nothing was ever enough.  Everyone was lucky except for poor me.  Recovery has taught me to appreciate the necessities that I have today.   








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The Full Original Copy of the Serenity Prayer


by Reinhold Niebuhr (1892-1971)






God, give us grace to accept with serenitythe things that cannot be changed,Courage to change the things which should be changed,and the Wisdom to distinguishthe one from the other.
Living one day at a time,Enjoying one moment at a time,Accepting hardship as a pathway to peace,Taking, as Jesus did,This sinful world as it is,Not as I would have it,Trusting that You will make all things right,If I surrender to Your will,So that I may be reasonably happy in this life,And supremely happy with You forever in the next.Amen.



The Serenity Prayer - What Does It Mean?The "Serenity Prayer" is one of the most well-known prayers of our time. It is the common name for a prayer originally written by theologian Reinhold Niebuhr in the late1930s to early 1940s. Research suggests that Niebuhr wrote the prayer for as part of a sermon he was giving.While there is some controversy as to whether Niebuhr was the original author or not, Elisabeth Sifton states in her book, The Serenity Prayer, published in 2003, quotes the following version as the original serenity prayer:"God, give us grace to accept with serenity the things that cannot be changed, courage to change the things that should be changed, and the wisdom to distinguish the one from the other."According to researchers, it is believed that the first version of the serenity prayer was quoted from memory in a question to The New York Times Book Review dated July 12, 1942. The query requests the name of the prayer's author. In reply to the request, the Book Review identifies Reinhold Niebuhr as its author and quotes the prayer as follows:
"O God and Heavenly Father,Grant to us the serenity of mind to accept that which cannot be changed; the courage to change that which can be changed, and the wisdom to know the one from the other, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen."The Serenity Prayer became much more widely known in the 1950s after it was adopted by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). In 1950, the AA Grapevine, a popular AA magazine, also named Niebuhr as the author, and the current Alcoholics Anonymous website identifies Niebuhr as the prayer's originator. The Serenity Prayer has also been used in Narcotics Anonymous and other Twelve-step programs.It is interesting to note, however, that the version of the serenity prayer posted on the Alcoholics Anonymous website omits some of Niebuhr's original text:
"God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,courage to change the things I can,and (the) wisdom to know the difference."Reinhold Niebuhr himself discusses the Serenity Prayer and how it came to be in his book, The Essential Reinhold Niebuhr: Selected Essays and Addresses. He states,”... The embarrassment, particularly, was occasioned by the incessant correspondence about a prayer I had composed years before, which the old Federal Council of Churches had used and which later was printed on small cards to give to soldiers. Subsequently Alcoholics Anonymous adopted it as its official prayer. The prayer reads: 'God, give us grace to accept with serenity the things that cannot be changed, courage to change the things that should be changed, and the wisdom to dintinguish the one from the other.' ...”Finally, Reinhold Niebuhr's daughter, Elisabeth Sifton, wrote a book about her father's famous serenity prayer entitled, The Serenity Prayer: Faith and Politics in Times of Peace and War. In the book, Elisabeth discusses the the story and circumstances around her father's writing of the serenity prayer, the wide range of versions of the prayer, and the true essence of the serenity prayer's meaning.References to the Serenity PrayerThe Serenity Prayer has become one of the most widely known prayers in the world. It touches peoples' hearts from all walks of life. Below are a few references to the serenity prayer from well-known singers, songwriters, and artists.The serenity prayer is referenced in Dan Brown's book,"Angels & Demons."The back cover of the Neil Young's album entitled "Re-ac-tor" includes the serenity prayer in Latin.Whitney Houston's debut album, "Whitney," includes a reference to the serenity prayer on the rear cover.The 70's rock group, Boston, sings about the serenity prayer in the song, "Higher Power."Sinéad O'Connor, the once famous bald singer of the 90s, references the serenity prayer in her song, "Feel So Different."Well-known rapper, 50 Cent raps the first two lines of the serenity prayer in his song, Gotta Make It To Heaven. He says, "Lord, grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change, the courage to change the things I can, but wisdom to know the difference."The soundtrack of the "Soul Food" movie addresses the serenity prayer.Famous 60's writer, Kurt Vonnegut, mentions the serenity prayer in his book, "Slaughterhouse Five."The serenity prayer has even made its way into the gaming world. In the well-known game, World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, one of the Blood Elves recites the serenity prayer.In 2004, punk band Blood for Blood titled their album "Serenity," sings a song about the serenity prayer on track 2 of their album, and the lead singer recites the serenity prayer on the first and last tracks of the album.Finally, Olivia Newton John's Album, Stronger Than Before, includes a song entitled "Serenity," and references the serenity prayer within it.


The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics AnonymousCopyright © Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.  The relative success of the A.A. program seems to be due to the fact that an alcoholic who no longer drinks has an exceptional faculty for "reaching" and helping an uncontrolled drinker.
  In simplest form, the A.A. program operates when a recovered alcoholic passes along the story of his or her own problem drinking, describes the sobriety he or she has found in A.A., and invites the newcomer to join the informal Fellowship.
  The heart of the suggested program of personal recovery is contained in Twelve Steps describing the experience of the earliest members of the Society:





1. We admitted we were powerless over alcohol - that our lives had become unmanageable.


2. Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.


3. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.


4. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.


5. Admitted to God, to ourselves and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.


6. Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.


7. Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.


8. Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all.


9. Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.


10. Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it.


11. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with Godas we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.


12. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics and to practice these principles in all our affairs






12 Steps of Narcotics Anonymous

NA - How it Works

If you want what we have to offer, and are willing to make the effort to get it, then you are ready to take certain steps. These are the principles that made our recovery possible.
  1. We admitted that we were powerless over our addiction, that our lives had become unmanageable.

  2. We came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.

  3. We made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.

  4. We made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.

  5. We admitted to God, to ourselves, and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.

  6. We were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.

  7. We humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.

  8. We made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all.

  9. We made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.

  10. We continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it.

  11. We sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.

  12. Having had a spiritual awakening as a result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to addicts, and to practice these principles in all our affairs.




    The Twelve Steps of Overeaters Anonymous


    1. We admitted we were powerless over food — that our lives had become unmanageable.
    2. Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.
    3. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.
    4. Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves.
    5. Admitted to God, to ourselves and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.
    6. Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.
    7. Humbly asked Him to remove our shortcomings.
    8. Made a list of all persons we had harmed and became willing to make amends to them all.
    9. Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.
    10. Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong, promptly admitted it.
    11. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.
    12. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these Steps, we tried to carry this message to compulsive overeaters and to practice these principles in all our affairs.




    The 12 Steps of Gamblers Anonymous



    1. We admitted we were powerless over gambling - that our lives had become unmanageable.
    2. Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to a normal way of thinking and living.
    3. Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of this Power of our own understanding.
    4. Made a searching and fearless moral and financial inventory of ourselves.
    5. Admitted to ourselves and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs.
    6. Were entirely ready to have these defects of character removed.
    7. Humbly asked God (of our understanding) to remove our shortcomings.
    8. Made a list of all persons we had harmed and became willing to make amends to them all.
    9. Make direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.
    10. Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong, promptly admitted it.
    11. Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood Him, praying only for knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.
    12. Having made an effort to practice these principles in all our affairs, we tried to carry this message to other compulsive gamble








    The 12 Steps to Serenity







    1 - We admitted we were powerless over our addiction - that our lives had become unmanageable

    2 - Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity 

    3 - Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood God 

    4 - Made a searching and fearless moral inventory of ourselves 
    Step 5 - Admitted to God, to ourselves and to another human being the exact nature of our wrongs 

    6 - Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character 

    7 - Humbly asked God to remove our shortcomings

    8 - Made a list of all persons we had harmed, and became willing to make amends to them all 

    9 - Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others 

    10 - Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong promptly admitted it 

    11 - Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God as we understood God, praying only for knowledge of God's will for us and the power to carry that out Step 

    12 - Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to other addicts, and to practice these principles in all our affairs 





    "Serenity is what we get when we quit hoping for a better past."




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