Those of us living in one day at a time recovery practice the skill of deep thought. Some call it contemplation. We understand that it has both advantages and disadvantages. This is the reality of introspection. Some say we are to empty our minds and seek the awareness of the present moment. Some say when we can find the silence (which does happen from time to time) we will find peace. Often when we become aware of our inner-workings difficulties can occur for us. When this happens most of us seek guidance because when we become self-aware usually there is pain and disappointment that comes with it. If we don’t seek guidance we can become stuck and painfully self-absorbed. When we understand this we choose to turn the disadvantages of introspection into the advantage of belonging. When we know that we belong the healing begins. Introspection has brought us to a point where we unload, actualize, and let go of our baggage. In doing so we understand the gift of the present moment and the reality of the present day. We become aware of our egoic imaginings but we accept we are children of the universe and that we are no less than the trees or the stars. We become people living our lives one day at a time who are no better or no worse than any other human being. In all reality we understand we can live happy, joyous and free lives. Peace.
