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Topic: ~SPIRITUAL NOT RELIGIOUS~ A DAY AT A TIME
11/01 REFLECTION FOR THE DAY
Those whom I most respect in The Program -- and, in turn, those from whom I've learned the most -- seem convinced that pride is, as one person put it, the "root-sin." In moral theology, pride is the first of the seven deadly sins. It is also considered the most serious, standing apart from the rest by virture of its unique quality. Pride gets right into our spiritual victories. It insinuates itself into all our successes and accomplishments, even when we attribute them to God. DO I STRUGGLE AGAINST PRIDE BY WORKING THE TENTH STEP REGULARLY, FACING MYSELF FRESHLY AND MAKING THINGS RIGHT WHERE THEY'VE GONE WRONG?
TODAY I PRAY
May I be on guard constantly against the sneakiness of pride, which can creep into every achievement, every triumph, every reciprocated affection. May I know that whenever things are going well for me, my pride will be on the spot, ready to take credit. May I watch for it.
TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
Put pride in its place.
Those whom I most respect in The Program -- and, in turn, those from whom I've learned the most -- seem convinced that pride is, as one person put it, the "root-sin." In moral theology, pride is the first of the seven deadly sins. It is also considered the most serious, standing apart from the rest by virture of its unique quality. Pride gets right into our spiritual victories. It insinuates itself into all our successes and accomplishments, even when we attribute them to God. DO I STRUGGLE AGAINST PRIDE BY WORKING THE TENTH STEP REGULARLY, FACING MYSELF FRESHLY AND MAKING THINGS RIGHT WHERE THEY'VE GONE WRONG?
TODAY I PRAY
May I be on guard constantly against the sneakiness of pride, which can creep into every achievement, every triumph, every reciprocated affection. May I know that whenever things are going well for me, my pride will be on the spot, ready to take credit. May I watch for it.
TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
Put pride in its place.
It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end. ~Ursula K. LeGuin
Topic: RE: Lamictal and weight gain... :(
Thanks for responding. I was told by the pharmacist who works with my psychiatrist and all that only 1-3 % have gained with Lamictal and have talked to a couple people who have gained with it.
It really is the ONLY thing I can figure out as being the cause since my weight increases everytime the Lamictal does. *shrug* I'm not overeating, I'm not eating much at all actually. I'm just scared of ending up where I was before my surgery.
It really is the ONLY thing I can figure out as being the cause since my weight increases everytime the Lamictal does. *shrug* I'm not overeating, I'm not eating much at all actually. I'm just scared of ending up where I was before my surgery.
Topic: RE: Lamictal and weight gain... :(
Hi I have been on lamictal for almost 2yrs and I haven't noticed any significant weight gain. A month ago I was lowered in doses for it I was on 400mg and now down to 300mgs. Hope this helps.
Love always, Jennifer
I declare to you that woman must not depend upon the protection of man, but must be taught to protect herself, and there I take my stand. ~ Susan B. Anthony
Topic: RE: Grateful Post..
I'm grateful for your daily posting Ramon...
thank YOU
I'm grateful for your daily posting Ramon...
thank YOU
It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end. ~Ursula K. LeGuin
Topic: ~SPIRITUAL NOT RELIGIOUS~ A DAY AT A TIME
10/31 REFLECTION FOR THE DAY
If I'm to continue growing in The Program, I must literally "get wise to myself." I must remember that for most of my life I've been terribly self-deceived. The sin of pride has been at the root of most of my self-deception, usually masquerading under the guise of some virture. I must work continually to uncover pride in all its subtle forms, lest it stop me in my tracks and push me backward once again to the brink of disaster. WHEN IT COMES TO PRIDE, DO I BELIEVE, IN EMERSON'S WORDS, THAT "IT IS IMPOSSIBLE FOR A MAN TO BE CHEATED BY ANYONE BUT HIMSELF... "?
TODAY I PRAY
May I know that button-popping pride is inappropriate for me as a recovering addict. It hides my faults from me. It turns people off and gets in the way of my helping others. It halts my progress because it makes me think I've done enough self-searching and I'm "cured". I pray to my Higher Power that I may be realistic enough to accept my success in The Program without giving in to pride.
TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
Pride halts progress.
If I'm to continue growing in The Program, I must literally "get wise to myself." I must remember that for most of my life I've been terribly self-deceived. The sin of pride has been at the root of most of my self-deception, usually masquerading under the guise of some virture. I must work continually to uncover pride in all its subtle forms, lest it stop me in my tracks and push me backward once again to the brink of disaster. WHEN IT COMES TO PRIDE, DO I BELIEVE, IN EMERSON'S WORDS, THAT "IT IS IMPOSSIBLE FOR A MAN TO BE CHEATED BY ANYONE BUT HIMSELF... "?
TODAY I PRAY
May I know that button-popping pride is inappropriate for me as a recovering addict. It hides my faults from me. It turns people off and gets in the way of my helping others. It halts my progress because it makes me think I've done enough self-searching and I'm "cured". I pray to my Higher Power that I may be realistic enough to accept my success in The Program without giving in to pride.
TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
Pride halts progress.
It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end. ~Ursula K. LeGuin
Topic: Grateful Post..
Good Morning OH'ers.. IT'S FRIDAY! !
Today I am grateful..
For Ruben who always helps a brother out..
For suprising emails that let you know you made a difference..
For being "MON" to Debra's grandkids..
That I know that things will be okay..
For the people that have always had my back.. NO MATTER WHAT..
SONG OF THE WEEK
"Wind beneath my wings" By Bette Midler
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.
It must have been cold there in my shadow,
to never have sunlight on your face.
You were content to let me shine, that's your way.
You always walked a step behind.
So I was the one with all the glory,
while you were the one with all the strength.
A beautiful face without a name for so long.
A beautiful smile to hide the pain.
Did you ever know that you're my hero,
and everything I would like to be?
I can fly higher than an eagle,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings.
It might have appeared to go unnoticed,
but I've got it all here in my heart.
I want you to know I know the truth, of course I know it.
I would be nothing without you.
Did you ever know that you're my hero?
You're everything I wish I could be.
I could fly higher than an eagle,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings.
Did I ever tell you you're my hero?
You're everything, everything I wish I could be.
Oh, and I, I could fly higher than an eagle,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings.
Oh, the wind beneath my wings.
You, you, you, you are the wind beneath my wings.
Fly, fly, fly away. You let me fly so high.
Oh, you, you, you, the wind beneath my wings.
Oh, you, you, you, the wind beneath my wings.
Fly, fly, fly high against the sky,
so high I almost touch the sky.
Thank you, thank you,
thank God for you, the wind beneath my wings.
MOVIE QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"Talk with your eyes and see with you mouth and you will be okay.. from Pinero
Today I am grateful..
For Ruben who always helps a brother out..
For suprising emails that let you know you made a difference..
For being "MON" to Debra's grandkids..
That I know that things will be okay..
For the people that have always had my back.. NO MATTER WHAT..
SONG OF THE WEEK
"Wind beneath my wings" By Bette Midler
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh.
It must have been cold there in my shadow,
to never have sunlight on your face.
You were content to let me shine, that's your way.
You always walked a step behind.
So I was the one with all the glory,
while you were the one with all the strength.
A beautiful face without a name for so long.
A beautiful smile to hide the pain.
Did you ever know that you're my hero,
and everything I would like to be?
I can fly higher than an eagle,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings.
It might have appeared to go unnoticed,
but I've got it all here in my heart.
I want you to know I know the truth, of course I know it.
I would be nothing without you.
Did you ever know that you're my hero?
You're everything I wish I could be.
I could fly higher than an eagle,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings.
Did I ever tell you you're my hero?
You're everything, everything I wish I could be.
Oh, and I, I could fly higher than an eagle,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings,
'cause you are the wind beneath my wings.
Oh, the wind beneath my wings.
You, you, you, you are the wind beneath my wings.
Fly, fly, fly away. You let me fly so high.
Oh, you, you, you, the wind beneath my wings.
Oh, you, you, you, the wind beneath my wings.
Fly, fly, fly high against the sky,
so high I almost touch the sky.
Thank you, thank you,
thank God for you, the wind beneath my wings.
MOVIE QUOTE OF THE WEEK
"Talk with your eyes and see with you mouth and you will be okay.. from Pinero
Ramon Lopez
Co-Founder
http://www.rydobesity.com
Interview on www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com Please check it out.. http://www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com/programs/wls-journeys/wls-journeys-guest-ramon-lopez.html/
Video, about me, made by my best friend Yvonne.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gCxNTyRUo0
PEACE
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Thanks Obesityhelp.com
Co-Founder
http://www.rydobesity.com
Interview on www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com Please check it out.. http://www.weightlosssurgerychannel.com/programs/wls-journeys/wls-journeys-guest-ramon-lopez.html/
Video, about me, made by my best friend Yvonne.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gCxNTyRUo0
PEACE
464/409/200
Thanks Obesityhelp.com
Topic: Crossing Over to Transfer Addictions
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/crossingtotransferaddictions/
Hi All,
There is a new OH Online Support Group. The above link will get you there.
It's called Crossing Over to Transfer Addictions.
This group discusses the issue of transfer addictions (also known as cross addictions) after weight loss surgery. there are millions of people who have undergone gastric bypass who are now dealing with issues of addiction transfer.
For a number of people, giving up overeating leads to adoption of a new compulsion. Addiction transfer occurs when someone is unable or unwilling to rely on one compulsion (for us, it was food) and so switches to a new compulsion (alcohol, drugs, sex, gambling, shopping, internet, porn, etc) due to not having dealt with the underlying issue behind the compulsion.
***Please feel free (and safe) to join and discuss any and/all issues you have regarding Transfer Addiction. ***
WE WILL SUPPORT EACH OTHER WITHOUT JUDGEMENT!
Hi All,
There is a new OH Online Support Group. The above link will get you there.
It's called Crossing Over to Transfer Addictions.
This group discusses the issue of transfer addictions (also known as cross addictions) after weight loss surgery. there are millions of people who have undergone gastric bypass who are now dealing with issues of addiction transfer.
For a number of people, giving up overeating leads to adoption of a new compulsion. Addiction transfer occurs when someone is unable or unwilling to rely on one compulsion (for us, it was food) and so switches to a new compulsion (alcohol, drugs, sex, gambling, shopping, internet, porn, etc) due to not having dealt with the underlying issue behind the compulsion.
***Please feel free (and safe) to join and discuss any and/all issues you have regarding Transfer Addiction. ***
WE WILL SUPPORT EACH OTHER WITHOUT JUDGEMENT!
Topic: ~SPIRITUAL NOT RELIGIOUS~ A DAY AT A TIME
10/29 REFLECTION FOR THE DAY
Virtually all of us suffered the defect of pride when we sought help through The Program, the Twelve Steps, and the fellowship of those who truly understood what we felt and where we had been. We learned about our shortcomings -- and of pride in particular -- and began to replace self-satisfaction with gratitude for the miracle of our recovery, gratitude for the privilege of working with others, and gratitude for God's gift -- which enabled us to turn catastrophe into good fortune. HAVE I BEGUN TO REALIZE THAT "PRIDE IS TO CHARACTER LIKE THE ATTIC TO THE HOUSE -- THE HIGHEST PART, AND GENERALLY THE MOST EMPTY..."?
TODAY I PRAY
God, please tell me if I am banging my shins on my own pride. Luckily for me, The Program has its own built-in check for flaws like this -- the clear-eyed vision of the group, which sees in me what I sometimes cannot see myself. May I know that any kind of success has always gone straight to my head, and be watching for it as I begin to reconstruct my confidence.
TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
"Success" can be a setback.
Virtually all of us suffered the defect of pride when we sought help through The Program, the Twelve Steps, and the fellowship of those who truly understood what we felt and where we had been. We learned about our shortcomings -- and of pride in particular -- and began to replace self-satisfaction with gratitude for the miracle of our recovery, gratitude for the privilege of working with others, and gratitude for God's gift -- which enabled us to turn catastrophe into good fortune. HAVE I BEGUN TO REALIZE THAT "PRIDE IS TO CHARACTER LIKE THE ATTIC TO THE HOUSE -- THE HIGHEST PART, AND GENERALLY THE MOST EMPTY..."?
TODAY I PRAY
God, please tell me if I am banging my shins on my own pride. Luckily for me, The Program has its own built-in check for flaws like this -- the clear-eyed vision of the group, which sees in me what I sometimes cannot see myself. May I know that any kind of success has always gone straight to my head, and be watching for it as I begin to reconstruct my confidence.
TODAY I WILL REMEMBER
"Success" can be a setback.
It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end. ~Ursula K. LeGuin
Topic: RE: Lamictal and weight gain... :(
Geodon and Risperdal both sent me into full blown Psychosis.
I'm on Cymbalta 60 MG 2x daily
Propranolol 40 mg 2x daily for anxiety
1 mg of Klonopin 2x daily
Then the Lamictal I switched to 175 today... I wouldn't blame the Lamictal except EVERYtime I increase I'm gaining 10 lbs within 2 weeks, I'm not binging, I'm not over eating at all or anything so I just don't understand it.
I'm on Cymbalta 60 MG 2x daily
Propranolol 40 mg 2x daily for anxiety
1 mg of Klonopin 2x daily
Then the Lamictal I switched to 175 today... I wouldn't blame the Lamictal except EVERYtime I increase I'm gaining 10 lbs within 2 weeks, I'm not binging, I'm not over eating at all or anything so I just don't understand it.
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