It’s What Makes this Process both Beautiful and Sublime at the Same Time – Step 7

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“WE ARE BEING CHANGED” –

“It doesn’t matter
that we will not attain
a state  of  perfection  or
complete humility in our life-
time.   The ability  to  contem–
plate  this  grand  vision  and
meditate  upon  it  are  rare
and priceless gifts in their
own right.   We are being
changed.”   (It Works,
How &  Why, p. 53)

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I am Changing – Jennifer Hudson (3:36)

Mahatma Gandhi Brief Bio (2:57)  

Solfeggio Hz Harmonic Healing Meditation (5:47)

Analysis: The Power of Transformation

It Works, How & Why reveals a profound reality. We never achieve total perfection in life. Yet, contemplating a grand vision remains a priceless gift. Souls are actively changing. The Big Book confirms this miraculous inner shift. Doomed individuals suddenly conquer old desires. Simple rules guide their new paths.

Mohandas Gandhi urged humanity to embody transformation. Inner growth radiates outward into the world. Meanwhile, a Higher Power fuels this ongoing evolution. Dedicated seekers embrace continuous healing. Wellbriety traditions honor this sacred journey. “Change begins deep within the human spirit” (White Bison, 2002, p. 145). Every mindful step builds lasting freedom. We welcome beautiful new beginnings.

References

Gandhi, M. (2008). The Essential Gandhi: An Anthology of His Writings on His Life, Work, and Ideas. Vintage Books.

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

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Traducción al Español

Citas, Títulos y Referencias

LO QUE HACE QUE ESTE PROCESO SEA HERMOSO Y SUBLIME AL MISMO TIEMPO – PASO 7

ESTAMOS CAMBIANDO –

“No importa que no alcancemos un estado de perfección o humildad completa en nuestra vida. La capacidad de contemplar esta gran visión y meditar en ella son dones raros y valiosos en sí mismos. Estamos cambiando.” (Esto Funciona: Cómo y Por Qué, p. 53)

PUEDES LLAMARLO “UN CAMBIO PSÍQUICO” –

“… una vez que ha ocurrido un cambio psíquico, esa misma persona que parecía condenada, que tenía tantos problemas que desesperaba de resolverlos jamás, de repente se encuentra capaz de controlar fácilmente su deseo por el alcohol, siendo el único esfuerzo necesario el requerido para seguir unas pocas reglas sencillas.” (El Libro Grande, p. xxvii)

MOHANDAS GANDHI –

“Sé el cambio que quieres ver en el mundo.”

— Mohandas Gandhi (1869 – 1948), líder del movimiento de independencia de la India del dominio británico

Análisis

Esto Funciona: Cómo y Por Qué revela una realidad profunda. Nunca alcanzamos la perfección total en la vida. Sin embargo, contemplar una gran visión sigue siendo un don invaluable. Las almas están cambiando activamente. El Libro Grande confirma este milagroso cambio interior. Los individuos condenados conquistan de repente los viejos deseos. Reglas sencillas guían sus nuevos caminos.

Mohandas Gandhi instó a la humanidad a encarnar la transformación. El crecimiento interior se irradia hacia el exterior en el mundo. Mientras tanto, un Poder Superior alimenta esta evolución continua. Los buscadores dedicados abrazan la sanación continua. Las tradiciones de Wellbriety honran este viaje sagrado. “El cambio comienza en lo más profundo del espíritu humano” (White Bison, 2002, p. 145). Cada paso consciente construye una libertad duradera. Damos la bienvenida a nuevos y hermosos comienzos.

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13 responses to “It’s What Makes this Process both Beautiful and Sublime at the Same Time – Step 7”

  1. Sabrina J Avatar
    Sabrina J

    When I invest in my Higher Power, I feel the change within me, and it continues to make every difference.

  2. Elexi (Lotus) Avatar

    To not let my mind go into a tempted state is the difference I want to see in my life. In CODA (codependence) anonymous we talk about havin’ boundaries. These boundaries are so fundamental in not allowing someone else tempt me into somethin’ I don’t want to do. Like take a drink of alcohol, or do some drugs I don’t want to do. It could even be a lifestyle I’m living different from also. People might make some excuses in why I should let my guard down, or show me somethin’ in them that I can relate to in sensitivities to draw me into a lifestyle I no longer want, but the coda ideology has got to save me from these allures.

  3. Neyun Avatar
    Neyun

    What has changed for you to notice spiritual growth, lately?

    Change has forced to focus on my own individual healing and sober journey . This new home and scenery is helping me solidify a new set of practices and a healthy routine to carry throughout my life, I just needed to be solo awhile and have the right support system in place to begin my path to Red Road and sobriety and a healthier lifetstyle practice all around ~

  4. Eli???????????????????? Avatar
    Eli????????????????????

    “Change is a gift and a responsibility” is an interesting reframing of “Alcoholism isn’t your fault, but it is your responsibility.” It seems much less direct in the hopes it would sound less… offensive.

    For me, part of surrender has been dropping the critical part of myself that looks to disagree. In AA, and with the basic text, it’s easy to find flaws in the basic text. And while I’m used to reading like an editor or critic, the BB isn’t a news article. It isn’t even really a treatise. When I was ready to change in new ways, it was much more helpful to read to understand.

  5. Mink Avatar
    Mink

    Working on step 6 now, and I think it’s definitely a beautiful thing. step 6 and 7 are definitely related, and I feel like I am preparing for step 7. This is a great reminder that I need to do my stepwork.

  6. Ari L Avatar
    Ari L

    “The only way to make sense of change is to plunge into it and join the dance.” -Alan Watts

    I’ve always loved that quote, and I think it encapsulates my philosophy pretty well. I’m not sure whether change is always a gift, but we can ride the wave no matter how choppy the seas and in so doing appreciate what the change brings.

  7. Elexi W.S.A. Avatar

    I’ve noticed spiritual growth in change just makin’ sure I write these stress free zones lately. I have my own Mosque right now that assists me (moi) in prayin sometimes to an Allah of my own understandin’ who won’t judge me just because I don’t fit into the binary world at large the way others want me to. There’s more of a spiritual sense of peace even attendin’ meetins’ at the AT center in Silverlake. I always strive very hard to attain what I want, and this has increased meditation also, and other spiritual growths, oh also study makes my spellwork in paganism sharper too, and keeps me focused.

  8. Sabrina J Avatar
    Sabrina J

    Patience and self reflection show me the growth I would not see in motion. By noticing the subtle shifts in how I approach life over time, I witness the hand of my HP at work in my life. One day at a time and just for today.

    Thank you for sharing recovery with me. Grateful.

  9. E-Dawg Avatar
    E-Dawg

    Step 7 talks about removing the things that cause pain and misery. Being in such a state of desperation and becoming ready to have God remove all of these defects one has to decide if they’re truly ready. This is a lifelong step I asked God to remove defects on a daily basis… it’s not something that just goes away magically overnight… but thanks to God and this step I am aware of it when it happens and open up the toolbox and use the tools to have the shortcomings removed at that moment…

  10. Margot E. Avatar
    Margot E.

    Last year I wrote of having a feeling of being home. Then WTF! I find myself constantly leaving “home” and then having to come back to get grounded and centered. Maybe I have to keep coming back to this one over and over again.

  11. Slim Jim Avatar
    Slim Jim

    I hope I am being more loving. I know I seem to be handling my commitments to others much better. Which makes my life feel more fulfilling.

  12. Easy does it Avatar
    Easy does it

    I am really starting to feel that psychic change after my last relapse. I can see others through the eyes of love and compassion as opposed to self centeredness. This brings much more peace and serenity.

  13. Margot E. Avatar
    Margot E.

    What a relief! I can take off my God cape and turn my life and my will over to a Power greater than myself. I am still reeling from Step Six and a complete surrender and along comes Step 7 to relieve me of my worry and my pain. I don’t have to be my idea of perfection. I only need to know I am exactly where I’m supposed to be, doing exactly what my Higher Power intended. It feels a lot like being home.

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