“Humility, Elation, and Relief” are Some of the Sweet “Fruits” of Recovery We Can Now Enjoy – Step 5

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“The true way to

soften one’s troubles

is to solace those of others.”

– Madame de Maintenon

(1635 – 1719) 2nd wife of

French King Louis XIV

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Analysis: The Sweet Fruits of Healing

Pain eventually fades into a quiet peace. Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions calls this gift a healing tranquility. Humility and serenity blend together beautifully here. Something remarkable unfolds inside our hearts. A Higher Power restores our wandering spirit.

Relief and elation follow this deep inventory work. Overeaters Anonymous Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions highlight these sweet fruits. They appear immediately or grow gradually over time. Madame de Maintenon noted that easing others softens personal grief. Compassion heals the wounded soul.

Wellbriety teachings echo this profound truth. “Walking the red road brings inner peace” (White Bison, 2002, p. 88). Thich Nhat Hanh also taught the power of mindful presence (Hanh, 1975). He believed peace blooms in every single step. We embrace this newfound joy with open hands. Recovery offers a fresh start for everyone.

References

Hanh, T. N. (1975). The Miracle of Mindfulness. Beacon Press.

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

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Traducción al Español

Citas, Títulos y Referencias

“HUMILDAD, EUFORIA Y ALIVIO” SON ALGUNOS DE LOS DULCES “FRUTOS” DE LA RECUPERACIÓN QUE AHORA PODEMOS DISFRUTAR – PASO 5

“UNA TRANQUILIDAD SANADORA” –

“A medida que el dolor disminuye, una tranquilidad sanadora toma su lugar. Y cuando la humildad y la serenidad se combinan así, es probable que ocurra algo más de gran importancia.” (12 y 12, p. 61)

SEGUIDO DE “HUMILDAD, EUFORIA Y ALIVIO” –

“A medida que completamos el paso cinco, podemos sentir muchas emociones, entre ellas humildad, euforia y alivio.” “Los frutos… pueden ser aparentes de inmediato o gradualmente, pero aparecerán.” (OA 12 y 12, p. 51)

MADAME DE MAINTENON –

“La verdadera manera de suavizar los problemas de uno es consolar los de los demás.”

Madame de Maintenon (1635 – 1719)

Análisis

El dolor eventualmente se desvanece en una paz silenciosa. Doce Pasos y Doce Tradiciones llama a este regalo una tranquilidad sanadora. La humildad y la serenidad se combinan maravillosamente aquí. Algo notable se despliega dentro de nuestros corazones. Un Poder Superior restaura nuestro espíritu errante.

El alivio y la euforia siguen a este profundo trabajo de inventario. Overeaters Anonymous Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions destaca estos dulces frutos. Aparecen de inmediato o crecen gradualmente con el tiempo. Madame de Maintenon señaló que consolar a otros suaviza el dolor personal. La compasión sana el alma herida.

Las enseñanzas de Wellbriety se hacen eco de esta verdad profunda. “Caminar por el camino rojo trae paz interior” (White Bison, 2002, p. 88). Thich Nhat Hanh también enseñó el poder de la presencia consciente (Hanh, 1975). Él creía que la paz florece en cada paso. Abrazamos esta alegría recién encontrada con las manos abiertas. La recuperación ofrece un nuevo comienzo para todos.

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Comments

8 responses to ““Humility, Elation, and Relief” are Some of the Sweet “Fruits” of Recovery We Can Now Enjoy – Step 5”

  1. Zen Avatar
    Zen

    People feel lighter when they are able to let things off their chest because they are able to emotionally release whatever thoughts have been plaguing them.
    Along with emotional release, the concept of validation is important. It helps reassure you that what you’re going through is real and important.

  2. Elexi W.S.A. Avatar

    I’ve passed out flyers, and have involved me in getting resource information not only for me, but for other people also. When I do something to assist me, I am also assisting someone else too. I think people feel lighter when sharing struggles, because it takes a load off of what we’re carryin’ with us inside. Not that we have to tell everything to everybody, but it helps to let some out in hopes they’ll keep our anonymity also.

  3. Sabrina J Avatar
    Sabrina J

    My goal is to listen, sometimes it doesn’t work out and I end up talking 🙂 However the comfort comes from being engaged. Sometimes a friend just needs to hear something that gives others the awareness that they are not alone and others have gone through something similar. A

    t a recent meeting, I was comforted that every person that shared said at least one thing that could relate too. We are people with a disease and disease has symptoms that lead to the root cause. Those symptoms are the common ground that connect us and let us know we are in the right place to heal.

    Thank you for sharing recovery with me. Grateful

  4. E-Dawg Avatar
    E-Dawg

    When you share your struggles with a trusted person it can make you feel lighter because it Fosters a social connection. It takes us out of ourselves and reduces stress and allows us to process our emotions in a safe trusted place

  5. Misty S Avatar
    Misty S

    I use to main line meth now I main line the program of recovery one day at a time .My gratitude shows in my attitude.

  6. Jay Rodriguez Avatar

    Being sober brings my whole family into a state of bliss and happiness. I recently visited my mother and visited with her and my nephew. We cooked dinner and had my partner come over. My mother looked so chill and relieved. I know that she is happy to have her son back. I know that brings comfort to her heart and if my mom is happy. WE ARE ALL HAPPY.

  7. Simon Yebio Avatar
    Simon Yebio

    Good reading today

  8. Adam Avatar
    Adam

    I listened to friend talk about his addiction, childhood, and going into a recovery home. Also, the person I’m buying my house from was feeling anxiety. I sent a message about myself and how much I will care for the home. I’m using money from my inheritance so I shared a very personal story about my family so she would feel better letting go. I didn’t need this as offer was already accepted.

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