Trust can be hard for those of us who grew up in a dysfunctional family.

We might be stuck in the past and find it hard to trust in the present.

However, we might also might struggle with trusting too quickly (and with people who are not healthy for us).

What we can focus on is:

• Understanidng our memories from the past and processing them.
• Let go of trying to control the past by reproducing similar situations in the present.
• Learn how to trust ourselves.

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In this episode, we'll go through and discuss Step 11:

"Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God, as we understand God, praying only for knowledge of God's will for us and the power to carry that out."

But we look at it from a different perspective:

• Ask yourself: Why am I here on this Earth?
• What good can I do to help others?
• How can I be of service?

When we go through the 12 Steps, we have an opportunity to grow beyond our past trauma.

Once you free yourself from the past, what will you do next?

Service leadership is key to be of help to the world.

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Tips on dealing with the day to day and making sure that you're grounded.

Trying to chase being "amazing" everyday only sets you up to fail.

Using tools to help you each day and setting a (loose) schedule can help keep you on a path of moderation.

As kids we may have grown up in chaos and despair, but as adults, we have the power to change how we want to live.

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