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“Don’t Let’s Ask for the Moon … ” – Step 4

The Moon shrouded by clouds w/ Now Voyager quote

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“In the past, we believed desperation would give us the strength to survive.  …  As recovering addicts, we come to know gratitude.” (The Basic Text, p. 97)

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In what way have you been the star of your life’s journey lately?

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What are three things in your life right now that make you happy?

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Baby, I’m a Star – Prince LIVE (13:01)

Bette Davis in Now Voyager (1:46)

Classical Music – Visual Feast Hz Meditation LP (1:00:00)

Analysis: Embracing Enough

We often crave the unreachable moon. Language of the Heart identifies this childish hunger. We chase worldly success to mask deep feelings. This endless search leads only to frustration. A Higher Power offers a better way.

Gratitude shifts our focus to the stars. The Basic Text emphasizes taking personal responsibility. We own our problems and our solutions. We stop demanding the impossible. Peace arrives when we cherish what we have.

Thich Nhat Hanh taught the art of mindful contentment (Hanh, 1991). He urged us to find joy in the present. Simple moments contain all the light we need. Wellbriety teachings guide this transformation. “We walk the red road by accepting our gifts” (White Bison, 2002, p. 45). Our souls bloom when we practice true thankfulness. Life yields beauty when we stop reaching for more. We hold the galaxy at our feet.

References

Hanh, T. N. (1991). Peace Is Every Step. Bantam Books.

White Bison. (2002). The Red Road to Wellbriety. White Bison, Inc.

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Traducción al Español

Citas, Títulos y Referencias

“NO PIDAMOS LA LUNA…” – PASO 4

EL COMPLEJO DE INFERIORIDAD –

“Este sentimiento muy real de inferioridad se magnifica por su sensibilidad infantil y es este estado de cosas el que genera en él ese deseo insaciable y anormal de autoaprobación y éxito a los ojos del mundo. ¡Todavía un niño, llora por la luna. Y la luna, al parecer, no lo quiere!” (Language of the Heart, p. 102)

CON GRATITUD TOMAMOS LA GALAXIA DE REGALOS A NUESTROS PIES –

“En el pasado, creíamos que la desesperación nos daría la fuerza para sobrevivir. Ahora aceptamos la responsabilidad de nuestros problemas y vemos que somos igualmente responsables de nuestras soluciones. Como adictos en recuperación, llegamos a conocer la gratitud.” (El Texto Básico, p. 97)

NOW VOYAGER –

“Oh Jerry, no pidamos la luna. Tenemos las estrellas.”

— Bette Davis (1908 – 1989)

Análisis

A menudo anhelamos la luna inalcanzable. Language of the Heart identifica esta hambre infantil. Perseguimos el éxito mundial para ocultar sentimientos profundos. Esta búsqueda interminable solo conduce a la frustración. Un Poder Superior ofrece un camino mejor.

La gratitud cambia nuestro enfoque hacia las estrellas. El Texto Básico enfatiza asumir la responsabilidad personal. Poseemos nuestros problemas y nuestras soluciones. Dejamos de exigir lo imposible. La paz llega cuando valoramos lo que tenemos.

Thich Nhat Hanh enseñó el arte de la satisfacción consciente (Hanh, 1991). Nos instó a encontrar alegría en el presente. Los momentos simples contienen toda la luz que necesitamos. Las enseñanzas de Wellbriety guían esta transformación. “Caminamos por el camino rojo aceptando nuestros dones” (White Bison, 2002, p. 45). Nuestras almas florecen cuando practicamos la verdadera gratitud. La vida produce belleza cuando dejamos de buscar más. Sostenemos la galaxia a nuestros pies.

Pregunta Concluyente

¿Cuáles son tres cosas en tu vida ahora mismo que te hacen feliz?

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Comments

15 responses to ““Don’t Let’s Ask for the Moon … ” – Step 4”

  1. E-Dawg Avatar
    E-Dawg

    Sobriety allows me to step out of the shadow of alcoholism, and take the lead role In My Own Story…

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  2. Sabrina J Avatar
    Sabrina J

    Feeling better (dealing with a cold)
    Log-in and sign-up process for my software complete
    Using the word No better.

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  3. Eli???????????????????? Avatar
    Eli????????????????????

    Sometimes I’m so desperate all I can find is gratitude. This, too, is enough. I think that there’s an implied end to the sentence when it comes to Fanon’s conclusion in that passage. “This is enough to-“

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  4. Sabrina J Avatar
    Sabrina J

    One day at a time. That is how I am the star of my life’s journey. Patience, perseverance and consistency. Recognizing that the light I am nurturing and growing, is my own. I damaged myself when using and now I am repairing that damage, building upon my foundation to create something new, something better.

    Thank you for sharing my recovery, I am grateful.

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  5. E-Dawg Avatar
    E-Dawg

    I appreciate what I have now I’m not reaching for anything unattainable it’s kind of like progress not perfection I’m not setting my goals so high that I can’t reach them my higher power created and owns the moon and the stars, I’ll be happy with just a nice beautiful sunset on the horizon

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  6. Kevin M Avatar
    Kevin M

    This is a long process and it can be arduous. I realized after a year of sobriety that, while I had so many goals I wanted to achieve in that time, really what that year amounted to was, at best (and most manageable to me), that I might stay sober a day at a time and attend a meeting each day, that I would go to work, and try to stay on top of the very few obligations my abilities permitted then. That was the most I could do. In the last 10 months since I hit a year of sobriety, I’ve come to understand how it is the very basic precept a day at a time might transmute into other areas of my life–my general health and wellness, my relationships, being of service, taking on new work obligations, and in my practice as an artist and writer. This discipline, and the benefits reaped from a daily practice toward my health and well-being and oriented toward being of service to others (having learned what I have in sobriety), is where I’ve taken ownership of my life. It has shown me that life is expansive, has great depth. My conception of time in that (as a remark of the moon and stars) is what has astounded me. It scores back to just 24 hours, doing what I can. I have appreciated more recently the benefits I’ve seen for my psychic well-being, in helping others in the program. This is why I volunteer at the AT Center now and secretary two meetings. I have the time (in multiple senses). It is a phenomenal exchange. It’s really lovely. Further that these things I’ve started to do have encouraged a new understanding of how I might mount a practice as a working artist and writer. I for years thought I did not have the discipline. I have learned “discipline” really is patience. I learned patience and care in trusting in the AA process.

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  7. oscar medina Avatar
    oscar medina

    no to be honest with u i have never been a star in my eyes. i would have liked to believe that i was but havent.my life would have tabetter if this would have happend but its never to late right/ocken a turn the

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  8. oscar medina Avatar
    oscar medina

    no to be honest with u i have never been a star in my eyes. i would have liked to believe that i was but havent.my life would have tabetter if this would have happend but its never to late right/ocken a turn the

    Reply
  9. simon yebio Avatar
    simon yebio

    buy taking ownership of my birthday for the first time in my life. it might not make sense to anyone else, however it makes perfect sense to me….

    Reply
  10. Bohdi Baba Avatar
    Bohdi Baba

    While swimming yesterday I wondered at the mechanics of the human body and how grateful I was to enjoy this peaceful mind-body experience just a few feet from my door.

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  11. Adam Avatar
    Adam

    Now that I have taken ownership of my alcoholism I have more tools in my arsenal to combat my ego and my negative self-talk. My life is getting better and I generally feel better because I’m able to make this switch more quickly from being in a negative place to a positive on.

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  12. Margot E. Avatar
    Margot E.

    Hey! This morning I got to witness the miracle of Birth. My granddaughter, Amara Luciana was born at home in a small swimming pool. Se was born “in the caul.” The midwives were fantastic, knowledgeable, and willing to tell us everything as we went along. I have witnessed the transition out of the body – now I have witnessed this miracle. Thank you, Higher Power for giving us the stars…and the moon.

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    1. JB jr. Avatar
      JB jr.

      That sounds so beautiful, Margo. Congrats. I’ve been marveling at the Space Shuttle traveling down Exposition Blvd. and the guy sky diving 23 miles above the earth. These achievements make my own goals feel more possible. Apparently, the sky’s are not necessarily the limit for the heights we can reach if we try.

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  13. JB jr. Avatar
    JB jr.

    I so love the sentiment, “I would die for you” from Prince. Clearly, there’s a Jesus reference but even us mere mortals can aspire to toward that kinda of selflessness with out having to pay the ultimate price.

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  14. Margot E. Avatar
    Margot E.

    This is the one of the best gifts of the 12-Steps. When I do my 4th Step, I will beat myself over the head endlessly unless I have a wonderful acceptance of Steps 1, 2, and 3. When I am firmly convinced that my Higher Power loves me, has always loved me, and will always love me, UNCONDITIONALLY, I can begin to forgive myself and love myself, warts and all. My 4th Step cannot work to build my self-esteem unless I know, as sure as the sun comes up every morning and sets every evening, that I am loved. I think of myself as being rocked lovingly in the bosom of my Higher Power. Now, That’s what it’s all about!

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