My addiction has forced me to examine myself. As a result, I have uncovered a part of me that has long been buried: anger. Now that it has been brought to the surface, I’m seeing the reasons for my anger. SA is giving me healthy alternatives to resentment and bitterness.

The primary thing that causes me anger is the fact that I’m not as good as I once thought. My tremendous pride has been exposed. SA has shown me I don’t have to be perfect, but that I must be honest.

Another source of anger is knowing others are aware that I’m not as good as I want to appear to be. I blame myself for disappointing my family, friends, and associates. SA teaches me to accept myself as I am and to let go of the desire to obsessively strive to please everyone.

It also angers me that I can’t make myself as good as I need to be. I don’t have the strength required to overcome my faults. SA has convinced me that if I will surrender my will to God, he will work miracles in me.

Finally, I often experience anger when others aren’t as good as I want or expect them to be. This anger is born of stubbornness and intolerance. Having experienced God’s grace through SA, I now truly appreciate the power of forgiveness. It liberates me from my anger. Anger is a very destructive force in my life. SA has given me the tools I need to prevent its damaging effects.

God, keep me free from anger today. Help me subdue my pride with honesty. Reassure me that You love and accept me as I am. Keep me out of the trap of basing my worth on what others think of me. Remind me that I am powerless and that You are all powerful. Give me the strength to forgive others.