December 14 v 7   TWELVE STEPPING WITH POWER IN THE PROVERB

 Go from the presence of a foolish man,
When you do not perceive in him the lips of knowledge.

STEP :  9 ; I will make direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when to do so would injure them or others.

    

Resentment ,bitterness  ,grudges , unforgivenes and I could keep going ,but these emotions are poison to someone in recovery. Carrying these around will slow your recovery and could push you into a relapse that is why step nine must be done.For me it was easier when it was explained ,get the junk out of the trunk.Carrying these emotions around will poison everything in your life.  Making amends is intended to make the ones you hurt feel better including yourself  but don't get discouraged when some wont accept your apology . Forgiveness of self first and then making amends to the ones you hurt is one of the most liberating experiences in your recovery, Time will heal the relationship as it did for me and my daughter and parents. The Proverb teaches get rid of your foolishness and you will receive knowledge.Step nine teaches humility forgiveness and freedom.