How Our Self-Perceptions are Deeply Warped Due to the ‘Fun House Mirror Effect’ – Step 4

“A gift – be it
a present, a kind
word or a job done
with care and love – ex-
plains itself … and if re-
ceivin’ it embarrass-
es you, it’s because
your ‘thanks box’
is warped.”

– Alice Childress (1920 – 1994) Afro-Amer., feminist writer

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Happy 4th of July as We Celebrate Our Independence in More Ways than One – Step 4

THE PATTERNS OF OUR LIVES –

“We are embarking on a search for insight into ourselves our feelings, our fears, our resentments, and the patterns of behavior that make up our lives.” (It Works, How & Why, p. 26)

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Some Traits We All have in Common that Lead to Profound Spiritual Growth – Step 3

From Elle –  “i am learning that surrender means letting go of behaviors that don{t serve me. i am not drinking but i also get addicted to the so’called chase of unhealthy relationships and then blame others for not fulfilling my needs.”

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Are These “Extravagant Promises” or Everyday Miracles Just within Our Reach – Step 3

“The miracle, or
the power, that ele-
vates the few is to be
found in their industry, ap-
plication, and persever-
ance under the prompt-
ing of a brave, deter-
mined spirit.”

– Mark Twain (1835 – 1910) U.S. author / satirist

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