The little thread that could....
No man is born into the world whose work is not born with him.
--James Russell Lowell
Our Wise Creator has provided each of us, at birth, with the necessary talents and gifts to make a worthwhile contribution to the world. What we make of those gifts and talents is entirely up to us. We can choose to ignore, and thereby destroy, our innate interests and abilities - or we can choose to pursue them, despite our doubts and fears, and enjoy life to the fullest.
If we wish to use our talents and gifts, we must become aware of those activities and interests we enjoy. Then we must make the effort to explore the opportunities and alternatives available to us. If we do not find a place for our interests and abilities in the world around us, we needn't be discouraged. We can create one. Dedication and perseverance have opened many seemingly closed doors.
TODAY - Am I doing the best with what I've been given? Am I using my capabilities well? If I am not, am I willing to take the necessary action to achieve inner satisfaction?
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I thought the above was good for describing some of the folks I have been talking with lately.....a lot of us are hurting,..or have serious financial or health concerns....
Many of these things may not be resolved immediately...moreover, some may not be resolved to our satisfaction......but still, we must press on...looking for a solution....IMO everyone has to be comfortable with the choices they are making....but there are always a multitude of choices,,,,,our job is to seek out those choices and pursue them as our lives depended on it....because quite often it does....
The little thread that could...:clapping::clapping:
When I first started this thread, I had no idea it would become so popular. I thought a few of us would come here, and talk openly about our problems...in thanks to all of the brave ones who have done that so far, I thank you kindly for sharing someof your deepest ooncerns and issues here....anyone who posts in this thread is to be commended for taking the risk.....:thumbsup:
Just to be clear...
There have been many who posted here, who were not alcoholics,,,,but they merely came in to register support or comment on a statement that was made....and I am grateful for those who decided to jump in here with their opinions.....you are always welcome and appreciated....
And to re-state...posting in here is no indication whatsoever of you having a problem or going through any kind of a struggle,,,,,posting by some people here is an affirmation of support for the folks like me who were born this way and the support is greatly appreciated.....
But it does appear some folks are interested anonymously....a LOT of folks...as this thread has more views than any other thread here....the views speak volumes about the popularity of any thread,,,,,more so this one....
To those anonymous people who click on and check in on this thread frequently...if you are struggling with any issues, and think they may be alcoholism or drug related,,,feel free to contact me, at ANY time,,,,my response will be completely confidential, and if you ask for my confidentiality, you can be assured of it, for life.....I would be glad to help give you some possible options to things that are troubling you...whether I know you, or not......
Thanks for reading..folks!!!!! :HappyWave: