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First Things First

Rome was not built in a day

Recovery takes time. As each day goes by we learn concepts and gain insights that will help us move on to the next stage or Step in recovery. When we move from compulsive overeating into recovery we have decided to engage in a process of healing and growth.

The simple slogan, First Things First, reminds us to set our priorities in an orderly way. We cannot do everything at once and we need not feel overwhelmed or guilty for that. In every situation there is one thing that is more important, then one that is next in line and so on. When we use Good Orderly Direction and put recovery first in our lives, we reduce stress and clear a path to progress.

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Recovery Tools Index
Journaling our progress in recovery
Meetings, attending OA and other support meetings
The telephone, reaching out
Prayer and meditation  seeking guidance
Reading recovery books and literature
A plan of action, a written list of things to do when sudden cravings strike
Relaxation techniques
Service work, helping others
The Steps, the basis of our recovery
Talking to sponsors, caring advisors, and recovering friends

Recovery slogans

First Things First
This Too Shall Pass
One Day At A Time
Easy Does It
H.A.L.T.
Keep It Simple
Live And Let Live
The Serenity Prayer
Today I will do one thing
More Slogans

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