Souper Tips for the Recovering Alcoholic
As I write this, the spread of the coronavirus is the big story around the world. For those with symptoms, here is some chicken soup -- Chicken Soup for the Soul , that is. I bought it for a couple bucks at a Goodwill store and finished reading it this morning. The last item is "100 Gifts to Give All Year Long." I will pull out a few items that I think are valuable for us alcoholics: Smile. Provide a shoulder to lean on. Pat someone on the back. Ignore a rude remark. Pay your bills on time. Give your used clothes to a needy person. Say something nice to someone. Catch someone doing it right and say, Great job!" Tell the truth, but with kindness and tact, Ask, "Does the other person really need to hear this?" (Step 9) Do a kind deed anonymously. Listen. Lighten up. Find the funny side of a situation. Take a quiet walk when you feel like blowing your top. Look for something beautiful in one person every day. Ask a friend for help, even when...