Thought for the Week

Timothy D. Stein, MFT, CSAT

March 19, 2018

“I’ve cut it twice and it’s still too short.” –Unknown

When things aren’t working, we want to take action.  However, taking action and finding a solution can be two very different things.  This is true in woodworking, hence the saying “I’ve cut it twice and it’s still too short.”  This is also true in recovery.  Blindly taking action gives us the sense of change but may change very little or, worse, do damage.  Action is important but taking time to think our actions through or to get advice and guidance from others in program is equally, if not more, important.

When have I acted out of impulse or fear? What have been the consequences of this?  What gifts await me as I think my actions through and seek the guidance of others?