I had to go back and allow myself to open up and receive and feel what has been given to me by my friends and others in this great program. And that is genuine compassion and love. Not always easy to accept and receive, but nevertheless existing in reality.
Over time in here I was opened up and allowed to learn how this works in the life we live in here. It all began through my old sponsor and those old timers, who knew how important it was for someone like me, who lacked love and compassion. As time went on I could see that there was a way of life I really had no idea about in the reality of life. They began by opening up the spiritual way of life, which became the foundation of this program for me.
Over time in here, after I discovered my Higher Power and began to grow in faith and hope with Him. And this is what opened the door for me, helping me to not just stay sober, but to experience a spiritual life of peace and happiness. A life which helped me to be willing to grow and help others by passing, not just how this way of life can help us stay sober, but the same compassion and love I was given in here.
Anyway I was reminded of this by so many others this past week. And I know that I have to be open to accept all of this, and to be grateful for such a gift. It was such a great gift, which helped me to experience peace of mind and heart. But also to help me to be open and continue to stays sober a day at a time. I know I need to return this love to everyone, along with gratitude to my Higher Power and them.