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A Day at a Time by Craig Nakken is an essential recovery tool for compulsive gamblers, with daily reflections and prayers that offer hope, support, and guidance throughout the year.
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- JUNE 4 Reflection for the Day
Acceptance is a key. Too often I was unable to accept who I was, and therefore it was impossible to accept others. Before coming to Gamblers Anonymous, I hid from the truth because I was afraid of it. Now with the help of my GA brothers and sisters, I can walk through it. Today I actually find comfort in knowing the truth. I’m trying to go in the right direction—and that’s enough for me.
Do I accept who I was, with all my shortcomings, and who I am trying to be?
Today I Pray
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change—the past with its miseries and restlessness, and the burdens that are left over from my gambling days. May my acceptance of things past be a basis for building a new life—a life I not only accept, but celebrate.
Today I Will Remember
Acceptance is a key to recovery.
TAGALOG VERSION
ka-4 ng Hunyo
Pagninilay para sa Araw na ito
Ang pagtanggap ay isang susi. Kadalasan ay hindi ko matanggap kung sino ako dati, dahil doon naging imposible sa akin na tanggapin ang iba. Bago ako dumating sa Gamblers Anonymous, nagtago ako mula sa katotohanan sapagkat ako ay natatakot dito. Ngayon, sa tulong ng mga kapatid ko sa GA, kaya ko na itong harapin. Ngayon nakakahanap talaga ako ng ginhawa sa pag-alam ng katotohanan. Sinusubukan kong pumunta sa tamang direksyon—at sapat na iyon para sa akin.
Tinatanggap ko ba kung sino ako dati, kasama ng lahat ng pagkukulang ko, at kung sino ang sinusubukan kong maging?
Ngayon ipinagdarasal ko
Diyos bigyan niyo ako ng kahinahunan para matanggap ang mga bagay na hindi ko na kayang baguhin—ang nakaraan kasama ang mga pagdurusa at pagkabagabag, at ang mga pasaning iniwan ng aking pagsusugal dati. Nawa’y ang pagtanggap ko ng mga nangyari dati ay maging batayan para magtayo ng bagong buhay—isang buhay na hindi ko lamang tinatanggap, kundi ipinagdiriwang.Ngayon tatandaan ko
Ang pagtanggap ay isang susi sa paggaling.*** PAUNAWA: Pinapaalam po na ang pagsasalin sa Tagalog ng “Pagninilay sa Araw na Ito” ay hindi aprubado ng GA International Service Office. Ito po ay ginagawa ng BETS OFF HOME GROUP para makatulong sa mga adik na gustong magbago.
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A Day at a Time can serve as a beacon of hope and guidance for individuals grappling with the shackles of compulsive gambling. In the throes of addiction, each day can seem like an insurmountable challenge, but adopting a daily reflection practice can illuminate a path towards recovery. This practice involves introspection, encouraging the individual to carefully examine their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors throughout the day. By scrutinizing their experiences, they begin to unravel the intricate web of triggers and patterns that fuel their gambling impulses. This heightened self-awareness lays the groundwork for transformation.
Mindfulness is a cornerstone of this process.
It encourages the compulsive gambler to be present in each moment, to recognize the fleeting thoughts of temptation as they arise. Armed with this awareness, they can intercept the impulse before it gains a stranglehold on their actions. This newfound clarity enables them to develop coping strategies tailored to their specific triggers. They might engage in alternative activities that channel their energy positively or reach out to a support network when cravings surge.
Breaking the journey into manageable chunks, focusing on one day at a time, is a crucial aspect of this approach. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by the daunting prospect of battling addiction, the individual sets realistic daily goals. With every day successfully navigated, a sense of accomplishment takes root, reinforcing their commitment to recovery. This positive reinforcement, accumulated over time, becomes a sturdy foundation upon which lasting change is built.
As days evolve into weeks and weeks into months, the cumulative effect of daily reflection becomes evident. The individual’s once-turbulent thoughts begin to settle, and their actions align more closely with their aspirations. With persistence, the grip of addiction loosens, allowing them to reclaim agency over their life. Through this gradual process, the compulsive gambler emerges as a testament to the power of self-awareness, mindfulness, and resilience. A day at a time, they rewrite their story, embracing a future defined by freedom rather than compulsion.