SURRENDER VS. COMPLIANCE Hitting bottom is ineffectual if not followed by a surrender. Hitting bottom must produce a result, which is surrender, in order to lead to recovery. Acceptance as a state of mind is something many sadly lack. It is a step beyond recognition. At this stage we are aware that we know all the reasons, but we do not know how to be reasonable. When the reality of our problem becomes undeniable, we no longer argue with undeniable facts. We are willing to try anything and everything to make things better. But as time passes, our commitment fades. Deep inside we really did not mean it. We had not truly surrendered; we had only complied. It is a difficult change to make for acceptance to move from our head, or conscious mind, to our heart - deep inside where the unconscious, operates. We can pray for God’s help and “act as if” the needed changes are already in place … no matter how we may be feeling. It is a matter of practice and willingness, of using the steps we’ve already taken to maintain our commitment. The more willing we become and the more we practice acting “as if,” the more active our surrender becomes and the more we are able to live “as if.” It is a fulfilling and rewarding process …
Posted on: Wed, 23 Oct 2013 11:03:47 +0000
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