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thrihyrneToday was a perfect, perfect time at ladies' sauna. Perfect timing in terms of it being not busy (only 3, maybe 4 of us total during my 90 minutes there; like having the entire spa to myself!), and also weather— upper 50s, some blue sky (after heavy rain when I first got up at 7:45 and then a thunderstorm predicted at 2 o'clock), and some fast moving, low white clouds to admire while cooling off after the steam room and dry sauna. I've begun saying that going to sauna is my going to church, and it really is. While there, I connect with the Divine, I celebrate my Divine self, the beauty of the Universe, and revel in the tremendous gratitude I have for where I am on my path. Going there feeds me spiritually and physically. That's just as good as being in choir at this point in time!
Getting integrated back with Women for Sobriety has been another positive facet in my world. For any of you who read this and aren't familiar, it's a non-12 step, women-centric, secular, feminist approach to living an alcohol free life, focusing specifically on how different it is for women with alcohol use disorder (though that term wouldn't have been bandied around back in 1976 when it was first started) than for men. There are 13 Acceptance Statements, recently updated in 2017. In contrast to 12 step verbiage, the Acceptance Statements are all about empowerment. It's felt so positive to be back in touch with this community, both online and in person.
1. I have a life-threatening problem that once had me.
I now take charge of my life and my well-being. I accept the responsibility.
2. Negative thoughts destroy only myself.
My first conscious sober act is to reduce negativity in my life.
3. Happiness is a habit I am developing.
Happiness is created, not waited for.
4. Problems bother me only to the degree I permit.
I now better understand my problems. I do not permit problems to overwhelm me.
5. I am what I think.
I am a capable, competent, caring, compassionate woman.
6. Life can be ordinary or it can be great.
Greatness is mine by a conscious effort.
7. Love can change the course of my world.
Caring is all-important.
8. The fundamental object of life is emotional and spiritual growth.
Daily I put my life into a proper order, knowing which are the priorities.
9. The past is gone forever.
No longer am I victimized by the past. I am a new woman.
10. All love given returns.
I am learning to know that I am loved.
11. Enthusiasm is my daily exercise.
I treasure the moments of my New Life.
12. I am a competent woman, and I have much to give life.
This is what I am, and I shall know it always.
13. I am responsible for myself and for my actions.
I am in charge of my mind, my thoughts, and my life.
Getting integrated back with Women for Sobriety has been another positive facet in my world. For any of you who read this and aren't familiar, it's a non-12 step, women-centric, secular, feminist approach to living an alcohol free life, focusing specifically on how different it is for women with alcohol use disorder (though that term wouldn't have been bandied around back in 1976 when it was first started) than for men. There are 13 Acceptance Statements, recently updated in 2017. In contrast to 12 step verbiage, the Acceptance Statements are all about empowerment. It's felt so positive to be back in touch with this community, both online and in person.
1. I have a life-threatening problem that once had me.
I now take charge of my life and my well-being. I accept the responsibility.
2. Negative thoughts destroy only myself.
My first conscious sober act is to reduce negativity in my life.
3. Happiness is a habit I am developing.
Happiness is created, not waited for.
4. Problems bother me only to the degree I permit.
I now better understand my problems. I do not permit problems to overwhelm me.
5. I am what I think.
I am a capable, competent, caring, compassionate woman.
6. Life can be ordinary or it can be great.
Greatness is mine by a conscious effort.
7. Love can change the course of my world.
Caring is all-important.
8. The fundamental object of life is emotional and spiritual growth.
Daily I put my life into a proper order, knowing which are the priorities.
9. The past is gone forever.
No longer am I victimized by the past. I am a new woman.
10. All love given returns.
I am learning to know that I am loved.
11. Enthusiasm is my daily exercise.
I treasure the moments of my New Life.
12. I am a competent woman, and I have much to give life.
This is what I am, and I shall know it always.
13. I am responsible for myself and for my actions.
I am in charge of my mind, my thoughts, and my life.