by Diane Jellen | Jan 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
Because the 12-Step program is an honest program, I’m not going to lie. My efforts to stop controlling and fixing others has been a long, hard process. I have followed the steps, attended meetings, written codependent self-help articles, and still nurture...
by Diane Jellen | Jan 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
It’s not easy. I know. Been there. Still doing it! Working the 12-Steps had led to a more freeing way of life. We are all fragile blossoms, young souls at heart. We are worth the effort. To be free indeed! In my distress I prayed to the Lord, and the Lord answered me...
by Diane Jellen | Jan 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
When I was in a relationship where addiction ruled, many unkind words were spoken. However, in my typical out-of-control behavior, I was the one dishing out the cutting words. I didn’t take time to – – – T-H-I-N-K I didn’t want to know the Truth. I...
by Diane Jellen | Jan 14, 2019 | Uncategorized
The 12 Steps can help lead us out of the painful prickly lies we tell ourselves. One careful step at a time! “Forget about what’s happened; don’t keep going over old history. Be alert, be present. I’m about to do something brand-new. It’s bursting out! Don’t you see...
by Diane Jellen | Jan 14, 2019 | Uncategorized
An Awareness Plan for Codependents Action I must take to keep my self-respect. Wisdom to know when things are out of my control. Alert myself to the role I play in the family drama. Remind myself to think, not react to the addict’s behaviors. Envision how I should...
by Diane Jellen | Jan 12, 2019 | Uncategorized
Step 12. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to others, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. When I look back at my emotional and spiritual growth, I realized there was only one thing for me to...
