Exploring the Spiritual Path of the 12 Steps
Step 9: Justice
For this step we are encouraged to give back where it’s the hardest…to make amends for those we may have hurt in some way over the years, especially when we let our wounded selves take charge of our actions and behavior. Now it’s time to take responsibility for our actions by making genuine amends, except when to do so would harm us, them, or others.
Along with offering amends to others, we’re also encouraged to make amends to ourselves…to take responsibility for any harm we may have done to ourselves, which may or may not include: unhealthy habits with regard to food, alcohol, sleep habits, and the like, negative self talk, self-sabotaging behavior, and so on. As much as we need to show respect for others, we must also show respect for ourselves.
If you are part of a 12-Step program, you’re welcome to share this post and mandala with whomever you feel would benefit.
Peace & Blessings,
Maureen
The Mandala Lady (TheMandalaLady.com)
About the 2025 Mandalas of the Month
Each month this year I will create and post a mandala to color as it relates to one of the 12 Steps of recovery…with a more metaphysical interpretation. Regardless of whether we have any addictions or not, let’s face it…we’re all in recovery from something. More importantly, we’re all needing/wanting to heal from our fears and limiting beliefs so that we can all live to and become our full potential.
This along with the “Mandalas of the Day/Week/Year”…tie into my overall theme for 2025: “Let There Be Peace”.
Mandala of the Month 