BITTERNESS

Definition of Bitterness:
Anger and disappointment at being treated unfairly; resentment.

Synonyms of Bitterness:
Trauma, resentment, belligerence, sarcasm, animosity, hostility,

These notes are from recovery in AA and/or related 12 step programs.
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Love in fellowship.

We sometimes waste far too much energy licking old wounds, nursing old hurts. Harbouring bitterness only causes us pain.

Moving from bitter to loving feelings doesn’t happen overnight, but it does happen when we nurture ourselves and open ourselves to others.

We can harness our love and use it for emotional recovery. Eventually, we are freed of unnecessary pain. –One More Day