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January 7th: The Gift of Sharing
January 7th - Reflection for the Day
I’m beginning to see just how unnatural my old life actually was, and that it became increasingly so as my illness progressed. The longer I’m in the Gamblers Anonymous Program, the more comfortable this new way of life seems. At first, it was impossible for me to extend my hand to a newcomer; such an act was wholly unnatural for me. But it is becoming increasingly easier for me to reach out to another person. Sharing my experience, strength, and hope is becoming a natural part of daily living.
Have I learned that I can’t keep what I’ve gotten unless I give it away? Will I take the time to share today?
Today I Pray
May I share my love, my joy, my happiness, my time, my hospitality, my knowledge of things on earth, and my faith in a Higher Power. Even though I may not see the results of my acts of sharing, may I take joy in the acts themselves. May sharing, according to God’s plan, become as natural to me as speaking or breathing.
Today I Will Remember
Be never sparing in caring and sharing.
My thoughts:
When I first came into recovery, reaching out to someone else felt foreign, almost impossible. My old way of life was solitary, guarded, and driven by shame. The idea of sharing my struggles or offering help to another person seemed unnatural—after all, I was barely holding myself together.
But over time, I’ve discovered something profound: recovery isn’t a solo journey. The more I share—my time, my experiences, my hope—the stronger my own foundation becomes. It’s a paradox that I couldn’t have understood before: by giving to others, I’m also healing myself.
Every time I extend a hand to a newcomer or simply listen without judgment, I’m reminded of where I started and how far I’ve come. Sharing isn’t just about helping someone else; it’s about reinforcing the principles that keep me on this path. It’s about staying connected to the Program and to a life that feels increasingly natural and fulfilling.
Today, I’m grateful for the opportunity to share, whether in big ways or small. Even if I don’t see the immediate impact, I trust that every act of kindness, no matter how simple, ripples outward in ways I may never fully understand.