Those of us living in one day at a time recovery know one thing which is we are just passing it along. And in doing so we understand that we have learned this in the rooms of recovery as we believe that we can only keep what we have by giving it away. Recovery has taught us one thing and that is – when we do and understand what is suggested to us in the rooms of recovery, especially in 12 step programs, we shall help others to find and maintain recovery. This is true even to the new-comer whose only way of carrying a message is to be the person who makes the coffee. How are they carrying the message? They are doing so by helping put people at ease. This is an important facet of recovery which is to find a sense of ease within our own skin which makes recovery possible. Being at ease puts us in a non-delusional frame of mind. The trick is to remember how active addiction has made us so ill at ease we decided to seek help. We would do well to pay attention because there are time we will forget. The wisdom of the rooms will remind us why we are committed to recovery and in this recovery we will find a sense of ease. That is if we remain abstinent. Life is doable and manageable. Recovery is freedom. A sense of serenity is ours. When we can, we give it away. We’re just passing it along. Peace.
