The 12 Steps of Christmas
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As the holiday season approaches, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle of Christmas. But what if we could infuse some lighthearted wisdom into the chaos? Enter The 12 Steps of Christmas—a playful and spirited take on navigating the holidays with humor, heart, and a dash of recovery-inspired cheer.
The 12 Steps of Christmas
- We admitted we were powerless over Christmas—that our holidays had become unmanageable.
- Came to believe that the Spirit of Christmas could restore us to cheer.
- Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of Santa, as we understood Him.
- Made a searching and fearless Christmas shopping list.
- Admitted to Santa, to ourselves, and to another human being that we were being a Scrooge.
- Were entirely ready to have the Christmas Spirit remove our Ba Humbug.
- Humbly asked the Christmas Spirit to remove our Ba Humbug.
- Made a list of all the times we were naughty to others and became willing to be nice.
- Made direct amends to such people wherever possible, except when doing so would ruin their holidays.
- Continued to make a naughty and nice list of ourselves, and when we were naughty, promptly got with the Christmas Spirit again.
- Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with Santa, as we understood Him.
- Having had a Christmas Awakening, tried to practice the holiday spirit in all our affairs.
This whimsical reimagining of the 12 Steps invites us to reflect on how we approach the holiday season. Whether you're navigating shopping, family gatherings, or simply seeking more cheer, these steps offer a reminder to embrace laughter, connection, and the true essence of Christmas.
Take a moment to pause, find joy in the little things, and let the Spirit of Christmas guide you through a season filled with love and laughter. After all, isn’t that what makes this time of year truly magical?
