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February 7th’s “Just For Today” meditation offers a profound shift in perspective for those of us navigating the path of recovery. It addresses a common misconception that life’s hardships are tests from a Higher Power, designed to assess our strength, character, or faith. Instead, it invites us to view these challenges through the lens of faith and support, understanding that while life can be inherently difficult, we are never alone in our struggles.
Many enter recovery with the belief that the difficulties we face are direct challenges posed by a Higher Power—a misconception that can add an unnecessary layer of distress to already painful situations. Whether it’s relapse, loss, or moral dilemmas, viewing these moments as tests can lead to feelings of isolation and abandonment in times when support is most needed.
Life, with its inherent unpredictability and potential for pain, does not discriminate in its challenges. The losses and trials we endure are not punishments or examinations of our worthiness but are part of the human experience. This understanding doesn’t diminish the pain but reframes our response to it, allowing us to seek comfort and strength beyond ourselves.
The meditation reminds us that our Higher Power is a source of unwavering support and love, not a distant judge waiting to score our responses to life’s challenges. This Higher Power is present in our greatest joys and deepest sorrows, offering solace and strength. Recognizing this can transform our approach to recovery and life itself, from one of enduring tests to receiving support.
Embracing the belief that our Higher Power is always by our side, ready to carry us through the toughest times, can be incredibly liberating. It encourages us to actively seek help and comfort in moments of despair, reinforcing the idea that we are not meant to face life’s trials alone. Our recovery community and our faith become pillars of strength, reminding us of the love and support that surround us.
Today, let us choose to view our challenges not as tests of our worthiness but as opportunities to deepen our faith and connection with our Higher Power. Let us remember that we are loved and that our Higher Power’s will for us is good, even when life feels overwhelmingly difficult. In times of need, we will reach out for the help and support that are always available to us, drawing strength from our faith and the community that shares our journey.
In this shift of perspective lies the potential for profound healing and growth, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, we are never alone.