The Book of Daniel

[Mefree]

This is an homage to our 2009 Member of the Year.
The following quotes are taken from one of TTF's all time greatest success stories, the first Legendary Member, a pioneer in the fight against PA, a remarkable giver, and a very wise man. Daniel's words help everyone. The PA, the SO, and even the non-addict. Most of these quotes are taken from his own Journal- Onward. These are just some of my favorites.
If you are looking for an example of how to beat this addiction, look no further.
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Thank you to all those who have made this latest journey out of P and into freedom so possible. Daniel: 150 Days!- Onward

The solution I found at the toughest points was a simple prayer of deliverance. Another solution (in tandem with the first) was to force my mind to focus hard on the task at hand. Another option was to move out, walk away, change the environment. Daniel: Onward

Jesus Himself was referenced as a "man of many sorrows" and it's fair to ask why this was. Because He could see things as they really were and it wasn't a pretty picture! Daniel: LL’s Journal

Pure and simple this is what it takes.
Continual prayer and hard discipline. Daniel: On Thoughts and Dreams- Onward

The lie that echos is 'ONE BIG FIX' and you're good.
But it's simply not true. Daniel: Famer’s Journal

There can be NO COMPROMISE with P. No collective bargaining. No deals with the Devil. Daniel: One Year After- Onward

I have likened the thought-life-clean-up process to a river with pollution. If we're careful not to add more pollution, the currents will eventually move the junk out and we can enjoy thoughts that are clean and pure. Daniel: Innappropriate Thoughts

There's no short-cut to the time aspect and the time aspect falls apart without diligence along the way... Daniel: Onward

At a real high level, it's not our performance, it's not what we just did, it is our MINDSET. In the end, our mindset is all that matters. Daniel: LL’s Journal

I am thankful my feelings have returned. I hope and pray that when they are hurt that I do not cause collateral damage in my reaction(s), be they silence or less-than-kind responses... Daniel: Unexpected Byproduct- Onward

And after a LONG TIME of persistent work, I believe we will get to the point where we don't actively "try" not to think about something.
We simply just do not think about it anymore. That will be the long-term solution. Daniel: On Thoughts and Dreams- Onward

P will make you hit the wall, and you may be able to recover without too much tragedy.
Then you hit it again. And again. And again. .. ...
And then one time too many and the world falls down around you. At least mine did.
Thus I ask you to strongly consider changing course before it has to be a CRASH TURN that can make your life a living Hell. Daniel: maybe this will help…

I vote we do everything in our power to succeed, as to give ourselves the best possible chance of having a fine sense of accomplishment, achievement, thanksgiving, for a life lived well. Daniel: Compartmentalization- Onward

... And so long as I do not skate near the edge or play games in my mind or actions as to "how far can I go and not cross the line..?", then continued success is virtually assured. Daniel: Onward

It takes a winner to take a raw look at his life and simply say "I will not give up". Daniel: LL’s Journal

I'm far from perfect in any way, performance, thought life, mental images, dreams, eye control... the list goes on.
But I know where I am supposed to be and that's the direction I strive for. Daniel: 240 Days in…- Onward


Yes it's hard.
Yes I still have my very difficult moments and I am very far from perfect.
But I will never stop putting out the fires, plugging the holes in my defenses, working on being diligent, reminding myself not to give up, asking God again (and again and again) to allow the pressure to go away, that may realize how very blessed I am...
To be here, right now. Daniel: Athenon’s Path


I just want to say today, if you're reading this and your hoping beyond all hope to break free, that you WANT FREEDOM SO BAD...
You will get it.If you want it, then you will have it -take hope!
And it IS SO VERY WORTH THE EFFORT! Daniel: Onward


Thanks Daniel!!!

[Crisodian]

Great post Mefree.
Her's a few more "Danielisms" that I enjoy...

"This is one aspect of the power we have at TTF and I believe it is to be celebrated. We come from many backgrounds and have many worldviews, but firmly united in the journey to overcome PA."
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"I simply do my best to make the right call for the simple reason that it is the Right Thing to Do!

I can make choices that will make my life easier.

Or I can make choices that will make my life harder."
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"Let your motivation be firmly grounded in doing right for Right's sake."
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"I have also learned that long-term success definitely does not equal perfect performance in thought & deed, but certainly represents a giant leap of improvement and a life drastically changed, a mind renewed."

We could probably go on and on in this thread. :)

Peace,
~C~

[FoolishMind]

Has Daniel not seen this yet!!!:-o

My favourite had to be this one, made in October 2008!!!!

(already mentioned though, so just linking)

Best of TTF - add to it!

Daniel.... I think you are now have a celebrity status here at TTF!

FM

[artguy34]

I love those quotes from Daniel...

Truly deserving of the MOTY award. ^:)^

[Vorlan]

Yeah definately!

A legend indeed!

Best wishes,

Ben

[Crisodian]

I have to add this one...

"The Challenge of the Day is to begin Both Processes at once: Kick in the distraction plan at a moments notice AND actively work on the thinking."

~C~

[Daniel]

I AM STUNNED.

I nearly cried when I saw this thread.

THANK YOU very very much. Wow

Unbelievable

[Daniel]

OK.

I'm trying to come to grips with this tribute.

Mefree. Thank you again. Unbelievable.

This post was put up on the 15th! (just noticed)

FM couldn't believe I hadn't seen it and for good reason.

I saw it for the first time tonight (Jan. 29th, about 8:10PM CST), 14 days later.

Thank you Crisodian, Artguy, Vorlan, Foolish -you're awesome

[Mefree]

Believe me, the pleasure was ALL mine. :)

[Crisodian]

Daniel,
The words are yours. Thank you for the time you take to post and share them. :)

~C~