Take it or Leave it – 304

We often say “take what you like and leave the rest.” How can I apply this concept of “take it or leave it” in my life? Free dictionary “take it or leave it” idioms https://idioms.thefreedictionary.com/take+it+or+leave+it Things I will (want to) take; (What I like …) Help Change  Compliments Growth Notice Encouragement Validation Progress Time A breath Some space My feelings (all of them) Changed attitudes Optimism Positivity Care of myself (first) Things I will Not (don’t want to) take; Other people’s problems, burdens Other people’s responsibilities “It personally” Ultimatums Offense Demands Blame Expectations Resentment Anger Name calling Sarcasm Bad attitudes The bait, the rope Things (I want) to Leave; (The rest…) Negativity (others) Negativity (mine) Stinking Thinking The past Impatience Ultimatums Blame Fear Readings and Links We read from How Al-Anon Works, Chapter 4 (Understanding Ourselves and Alcoholism – Searching for Answers) and Chapter 6 (The Family Disease of Alcoholism, Recognizing our Options). Courage to Change, October 29. Listeners mentioned several episodes, including these * 229, Holiday Expectations * 134, Holiday Survival Kit * 293, Lynne – Grief can be a wonderful thing * 301, Geneviève – Together we can make it * 303, Michele B – My Solutions were my Problems Add your voice Please call us at 734-707-8795 or email [email protected] with your questions or experience, strength and hope. Or just leave a comment right here. Music from the show The Clash: Should I Stay or Should I Go The Eagles: Take it Easy Cage the Elephant: Take it or Leave it “Blank Stares” by Jay Allen was suggested by a listener.