Alanon Sayings

• Let go and let God.
• Progress, not perfection.
• One day at a time.
• The three Cs: you didn’t cause it, you can’t cure it, you can’t control it.
• Detach with love.
• Keep the focus on yourself.
• H.O.W.: Honesty, Open-mindedness, Willingness.
• Surrender to win.
• Courage to change the things I can.
• Focus on the solution, not the problem.
• We don’t change the alcoholic, we change ourselves.
• Prayer and meditation: the power to change.
• Letting go isn’t the end of the world, it’s the beginning of a new life.
• First things first.
• Willingness to learn, willingness to grow.
• In Al-Anon, we are never alone.
• The Serenity Prayer: God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.
• Just for today.
• Keep it simple.
• We take care of ourselves by taking care of each other.
• We learn to love ourselves by loving others.
• God never gives us more than we can handle.
• Each day is a new beginning.
• We keep what we have by giving it away.
• The alcoholic is not the problem, it’s the drinking.
• We don’t have to do it alone.
• Change begins with me.
• Al-Anon is a spiritual program for emotional healing.
• Just because it’s familiar, doesn’t mean it’s normal.
• Hope is the key to recovery.
• We’re not perfect, but we’re perfectly imperfect.
• We’re all in this together.
• Keep the focus on the solution, not the blame.
• We can’t change the past, but we can choose how we live today.
• The disease is not a reflection of our worth.
• We can learn from each other’s experiences.
• We don’t have to be victims of someone else’s addiction.
• Each day is a new opportunity to find serenity.
• We can find happiness, even in the midst of chaos.
• It’s okay to not be okay.
• We don’t have to be perfect to be loved.
• One step at a time.
• We can’t fix other people, but we can fix ourselves.
• We’re not alone, even when we feel like we are.
• We can find peace in the present moment.
• It’s okay to ask for help.
• We can learn to trust ourselves and our higher power.
• We can let go of the past and embrace the present.
• We’re all on a journey of self-discovery and growth.
• We can find joy in the simple things.
• We’re stronger together than we are alone.
• We can choose how we respond to difficult situations.
• We don’t have to be defined by our struggles.
• We can find hope, even in the darkest of times.
• We can find meaning in our pain and suffering.
• We can learn to live with gratitude and humility.
• We can find healing in community and connection.
• We can learn to love ourselves, flaws and all.
• We can find strength in vulnerability.
• We can practice self-care and self-compassion.
• We can find peace in acceptance and surrender.
• We can choose to let go of resentment and bitterness.
• We can find freedom in forgiveness.
• We can learn to set healthy boundaries and stick to them.
• We can find balance in our lives.
• We can find hope in the power of prayer and meditation.
• We can choose to focus on the positive.
• We can learn to trust the process and have faith in our higher power.
• We can find humor in even the most difficult situations.
• We can learn to be present in the moment and not worry about the future or dwell on the past.
• We can find purpose in our pain and use it to help others.
• We can learn to communicate our needs effectively and assertively.
• We can find strength in vulnerability and openness.
• We can learn to let go of control and trust the universe.
• We can find peace in nature and the outdoors.
• We can learn to be kind to ourselves and treat ourselves with compassion.
• We can find joy in simple pleasures and activities.
• We can learn to let go of fear and embrace courage.
• We can find inspiration in the stories and journeys of others in the program.
• We can choose to let go of resentment and bitterness and focus on gratitude and forgiveness.
• We can find strength in admitting our vulnerabilities and seeking help.
• We can learn to be present and mindful in our daily lives.
• We can find connection and community in Al-Anon.
• We can find comfort and healing in art, music, and other forms of expression.
• We can learn to be honest with ourselves and others about our feelings and needs.
• We can find strength in being of service to others in the program.
• We can learn to trust our intuition and make decisions that align with our values and beliefs.
• We can find beauty and meaning in the small moments of everyday life.
• We can choose to let go of shame and embrace self-love.
• We can find hope in the stories of those who have overcome addiction and adversity.
• We can learn to let go of expectations and embrace acceptance.
• We can find healing in forgiveness, both for ourselves and others.
• We can find purpose and fulfillment in helping others on their journey to recovery.
• We can choose to let go of negativity and embrace positivity.
• We can learn to be patient with ourselves and others on the road to healing.
• We can find strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
• We can choose to focus on the present moment and find joy in the journey.
• We can find healing and peace in self-reflection and introspection.
• We can learn to be grateful for the challenges we face, as they offer opportunities for growth and transformation.
• We can find solace in knowing we are not alone in our struggles.

Alanon Sayings part 2