Quotes about Empowerment
Today, I will wait, if waiting is the action I need in order to take care of myself.
— Melody Beattie
No amount of control will effect a permanent or desirable change in another person. We can sometimes do things that increase the probability that people will want to change, but we can't even guarantee or control that. And
— Melody Beattie
We will face and deal with reality—on our own time schedule, when we are ready, and in our Higher Power's timing. We do not have to accept chastisement from anyone, including ourselves, for this schedule. We will know what we need to know, when it's time to know it.
— Melody Beattie
Today, I will trust that God will do for me what I cannot do for myself. I will do my part—working the Twelve Steps and letting God do the rest.
— Melody Beattie
On our worst days, we still look for something we've done toward recovery. Sometimes the best we can do is feel good about what we did not do.
— Melody Beattie
When you're doing what's right for you, it's okay to say it once, simply, and then refuse to discuss anything further.
— Melody Beattie
We relinquish regrets over the past and fears about the future. We make the most of each day.
— Melody Beattie
Do you know you have a right to become as healthy as you want, no matter what your family does or doesn't do? Do you know you can love
— Melody Beattie
Surrender to love, without allowing people to control us or keep us from caring for ourselves. Start by surrendering to love for yourself.
— Melody Beattie
I do not deserve and will not tolerate abuse or constant mistreatment.
— Melody Beattie
Light and love are on my side.
— Melody Beattie
God, help me face and solve my problems today. Help me do my part and let the rest go. I can learn to be a problem-solver
— Melody Beattie