![]() Seeing things from God’s angle of vision can be very relaxing.”ĭaily Reflections: A Book of Reflections by A.A. I looked so silly that I dropped back into reality and slowed down. They were followed by me-bug-eyed and red of face-who had no time schedule to meet anyway. I saw an elderly couple driving along, happily chatting about their grandchildren. I tried it and when I encountered the next slow driver, I levitated and looked down on the other car and upon myself. I thought if I could look down on these events from God’s point of view, I might better control my feelings and behavior. That repeated experience gave me an idea. Before I give God a chance to slow me down, I explode, and that’s what I call being quicker than God. Following a slow car in a no-passing lane, or waiting in a restaurant for the check, drives me to distraction. 111 Impatience with other people is one of my principal failings. “IMPATIENT? TRY LEVITATING We reacted more strongly to frustrations than normal people. Am I willing to stay alive today? Am I willing to stay sober today? Am I willing to ask for help and am I willing to be a help to another suffering alcoholic today? Have I discovered the fatal nature of my situation? What must I do, today, to stay sober?” My, what power, energy, and emotion this simple statement generates in me! But it’s really all I need to know for today. “RIGOROUS HONESTY Who wishes to be rigorously honest and tolerant? Who wants to confess his faults to another and make restitution for harm done? Who cares anything about a Higher Power, let alone meditation and prayer? Who wants to sacrifice time and energy in trying to carry A.A.’s message to the next sufferer? No, the average alcoholic, self-centered in the extreme, doesn’t care for this prospect-unless he has to do these things in order to stay alive himself. It is only when I ask God for help, with complete abandon, that I become willing-and able-to change.”ĭaily Reflections: A Book of Reflections by A.A. Attempting half measures to eliminate these defects merely paralyzes my efforts to change. In one form or another, many of my character defects appear daily: self-condemnation, anger, running away, being prideful, wanting to get even, or acting out of grandiosity. Many shortcomings tempt me daily therefore, I also have daily opportunities to become aware of them. At other times turning points are endings, such as when I see clearly the need to stop festering resentments or crippling self-seeking. ![]() ![]() Or when I begin to ask for help instead of going it alone. Sometimes turning points are beginnings, as when I decide to start praising, instead of condemning someone. My thoughts and actions can propel me toward growth or turn me down the road to old habits and to booze. Third Place Bar welcomes everyone, whether they’re not drinking tonight, taking a break, or are on a long journey.“Every day I stand at turning points. Daily Reflections March 24 The sun is out and shining, the birds are singing, and you’re at home drinking your 2nd beer of the day. Third Place Bar wants to be the neighborhood bar where everybody knows your name you stop by on your way home, chat with the bartender, bring friends, or make new friends, making it easier not to drink. We’ve put much thought and effort into these to bring you vibes, social connection, and carefully selected and crafted non-alcoholic drinks, with all the fun and none of the booze.” I’m excited and grateful to work with so many amazing people in the next few months. 37 I’m an alcoholic and I have been sober for a long time. When brimming with gratitude, one’s heartbeat must surely result in outgoing love, the finest emotion that we can ever know. When asked about the up-and-coming Pride programming for Third Place, Sam Bail enthusiastically stated, “ We’re absolutely over the moon to be hosting Pride programming for members and friends of the LGBTQ+ community. You deserve it Daily Reflections February 24 I try to hold fast to the truth that a full and thankful heart cannot entertain great conceits. The pop-up non-alcoholic bar provides an alternative space to socialize that doesn’t revolve around alcohol. Third Place Bar was founded by sober-curious data engineer by day and booze-free event planner by night, Sam Bail, in December of 2022. Third Place Bar, a non-alcoholic pop-up bar in New York City, has officially announced their Pride Month programming for members of the LGBTQ+ community that are looking to have a fabulous booze-free night.
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