"Power does not corrupt. Fear corrupts, perhaps the fear of loss of power." John Steinbeck
I
now see that much of what we perceive as power in the world is really
fear. Power that seeks to attack first to feel secure is fear. Power
that always demands an answer is fear. Power that arrogantly refuses to
listen is fear. Spiritual power can be vulnerable. It can live with
confusion. It can stand alone. It allows others to walk away to pursue
their own happiness. Spiritual power can exist in suffering and
loneliness and does not expect perfection. My recovery is teaching me
to live and let others live, too. My freedom must respect the freedom of
others. Respect is a two-way street.
Give me the power that can rest in imperfection.
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