Wednesday, February 28, 2018

I Am Aware- A For Accountability


A:

The next “A” letter we look at points to that of “accountability.”


“But he that knew not, and did commit things worthy of stripes, shall be beaten with few stripes. For unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required: and to whom men have committed much, of him they will ask the more.”

Luke 12:48

“Accepting responsibility for our actions…”

It’s a well-worn phrase, especially in addiction/recovery circles. But it cannot be emphasized enough. It is the realization of the part we played in our ugly realities.

But there is more to the accountability issue than that. It also incorporates the hopeful opportunity to be a light and an encouraging guide to others. It’s evident in the twelfth step…

“Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to addicts, and to practice these principles in all our affairs.”

If we can make the shift from viewing ourselves as doomed disordered eating sufferers to honest, transparent, real-life helpers, we move from imprisoning self-obsession to healthy connection and acceptance of ourselves and others.

Copyright © 2018 by Sheryle Cruse

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