It’s What Matters in a World Full of Mayhem, Maladies & Madness – Step 7

Faith written in big bold letters on a highway leading to a horizon of stormy grey clouds w/ sfz title

From Margot E. –  “Isolation freezes out serenity and for a while fooled me into thinking I was “cured.” I need to stay in closer proximity to my Higher Power and learn to hear my Higher Power’s voice.”  (on the ‘eternal things’)

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In what ways have you found “truth, justice and love” to be “the eternal things in life”?

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How can trusting a Higher Power help you feel calmer when life gets hard?

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 I Believe – Simian Mobile Disco (3:15)
Creative Quotes by William Hazlitt (1:26)

Taoist Verses from the Faith Mind Sutra (6:29)

English Analysis – Step 7: It’s What Matters in a World Full of Mayhem, Maladies & Madness

The passages explore faith during chaos. They argue that spiritual growth begins with inner humility. Step 7 invites people to release pride and false control. The Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions says truth, justice, and love remain eternal. This reflects Plato’s belief in transcendental forms. Values remain stable even when society falls into disorder. The world may show cruelty and confusion. Yet the inner path offers peace when we seek our Higher Power.

Furthermore, the second passage from It Works: How & Why echoes Viktor Frankl’s ideas. Frankl taught that meaning helps people endure suffering. He survived the horrors of war by choosing purpose. In the same way, Step 7 calls us to trust unseen good. Pride blocks spiritual progress. Humility opens limitless paths.

Similarly, Chief Leon Shenandoah aligns with Frankl when saying, “We must return to spiritual values or face chaos.” Spiritual growth requires surrender, willingness, and courage.

Moreover, the quote from William Hazlitt affirms faith’s power. Hope inspires persistence. Hazlitt believed belief creates energy. Energy leads to action. Action creates change. Recovery requires that hope.

In conclusion, Step 7 connects humility, hope, and action. It encourages people to trust a Higher Power. It promises freedom from fear and frustration.


Spanish Translation

Citas de SFZ (3 estrofas) con citas

“El momento en que captamos un vistazo de la voluntad de nuestro Poder Superior, el momento en que empezamos a ver la verdad, la justicia y el amor como las cosas reales y eternas en la vida, ya no nos perturban profundamente todas las pruebas en contrario que nos rodean en asuntos puramente humanos.” (12 & 12, p. 105)

“Porque nuestra visión de lo que podemos esperar puede ser limitada, muchos de nosotros ni siquiera podemos empezar a imaginar lo que nuestro Poder Superior tiene preparado para nosotros. Como en los pasos anteriores, simplemente tenemos que creer que la voluntad de nuestro Poder Superior para nosotros es buena.” (It Works, How & Why, p. 50)

“Si crees que puedes ganar, puedes ganar. La fe es necesaria para la victoria.” – William Hazlitt (1778–1830)


Análisis en Español

Los pasajes exploran la fe en tiempos difíciles. Enseñan que el crecimiento espiritual empieza con humildad. El Paso 7 anima a soltar el orgullo y la falsa ilusión de control. El libro Doce Pasos y Doce Tradiciones explica que la verdad, la justicia y el amor son eternos. Esto recuerda las ideas de Platón sobre los valores universales. Aunque el mundo muestre caos, los valores espirituales permanecen.

Además, el segundo pasaje de Funciona: Cómo y Por Qué se relaciona con Viktor Frankl. Frankl dijo que el significado da fuerza durante el dolor. Él sobrevivió la guerra por medio del propósito. Así, el Paso 7 invita a confiar en el bien que no vemos todavía. La humildad abre puertas.

El escritor William Hazlitt afirma que la fe crea acción. La fe motiva la esperanza y la esperanza alimenta el cambio. El movimiento de Sobriedad Indígena (Wellbriety) dice: “La sanación comienza cuando hablamos la verdad con humildad.” Ese mensaje se une con el Paso 7.


Pregunta en Español

¿Cómo puede ayudarte confiar en un Poder Superior cuando la vida se siente difícil?

Zonr pod on eternal things

Comments

4 responses to “It’s What Matters in a World Full of Mayhem, Maladies & Madness – Step 7”

  1. Margo E. Avatar
    Margo E.

    I have been learning that there is a definite difference between isolation and serenity. I took a few months off believing I had achieved serenity; I was still bored and discontent, though. Ubuntu: I cannot be human alone. Isolation freezes out serenity and for a while fooled me into thinking I was “cured.” I need to stay in closer proximity to my Higher Power and learn to hear my Higher Power’s voice.

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    Anonymous

    p.s. A high five to the Martin Luther King memorial dedication going on the Washington today, sunday. It might seem off topic from the program but not really – if ever anyone was “of service” – hello – Martin Luther King..words can’t even say.

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    Anonymous

    referring to the 10/16 quote: i really like it – have been isoliated and actually feeling alienated by all the technology – email/facebook/texting – is there a person out there? wondering, okay, it’s a changed world, what do I do just step aside? guess not. must be the disease talking. have a nice day everybody. whoever and wherever you are. lol.

  4. JB jr. Avatar
    JB jr.

    Sorry Y’all,

    I didn’t get this post up at midnight as I usually do. Got a bit too caught up with the AIDS Walk:LA which I’m just returning from.

    So reposted the zeeds that were meant for this post.

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