TOPICS 1/15/2026
DAILY REFLECTIONS
1) With few exceptions our members find that they have tapped an unsuspected inner resource which they presently identify with their own conception of a Power greater than themselves.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS, pp. 569-70
POWER IN THE PAUSE
2) Love and service keeps us dry. —,Dr. Bob
People in AA told me “I love you and we are going to love you until you can love yourself” I was so uncomfortable with the idea. That people I didn’t know loving me, but I know I needed something other than what I had.
Pocket Sponsor – Book – Quote
3. Self will and ‘running the show’ can be like the monkey who sticks his hand into the trap for food. He grasps the food tightly creating a fist that won’t slide out the trap door. The monkey struggles but won’t release the food and he is trapped. Holding tight to your will and your way can be the fist that traps you.
I Let Go and Let God. What a relief.
“Walk Softly and Carry a Big Book” – Book
4. If you’re thinking about going to a meeting, go to the meeting, and then think about it.