March 21 2025 Pancake Marathon APS
- Mar 21
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APS: Acronyms (bold) Principles (italic) Slogans (underlined)
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Slogans are wisdom written in shorthand and Acronyms are just the sum/the Virtues, of all that wisdom: WISDOM: When In Self, Discover Our Motives
Pancake Marathon APS
As I come to the points of what is life, i get to let go and let god; for it is to much when I hold on to the pain that I looking at: so I become willing to admit that I need help and my life is at this point Unmanageable.
Applying to 12 Steps: recovery Gemini's help
Powerlessness & Unmanageability (Step 1): The phrase "my life is at this point Unmanageable" is a direct admission of unmanageability, acknowledging that the individual's current way of living is not sustainable or working.
Viewpoint: Acceptance. This signifies acknowledging the reality of the situation without denial.Key Point: Recognizing that one's life is out of control and admitting the need for change.More Wordy: This statement is a powerful acknowledgment of powerlessness, a crucial first step in recovery. It's not just a fleeting thought but a deep realization that the current state of existence is unsustainable and beyond one's ability to manage alone. It represents a break from denial and a move towards honesty about the severity of the situation.
Belief in a Higher Power (Step 2): "i get to let go and let god" indicates a shift towards believing in a power greater than oneself. It suggests a willingness to relinquish control and trust in something larger to guide and restore sanity.
Viewpoint: Surrender. This expresses a desire to release control and have faith in something beyond oneself.Key Point: Trusting in a higher power to provide guidance and support in restoring order and sanity.More Wordy: This phrase signifies a profound shift in belief, a move away from self-reliance and towards a reliance on something greater. It's an act of surrender, acknowledging that personal efforts have fallen short and that a different source of strength and guidance is needed. It's an opening to faith and a belief in the possibility of restoration.
Turning Over Will (Step 3): "i get to let go and let god" implies a decision to surrender and place trust in a higher power. It's not just a passing thought but an active choice to release control.
Viewpoint: Choice. This highlights the conscious decision to relinquish control and trust in a higher power.Key Point: Making a deliberate choice to align with a higher power and allow it to guide one's life.More Wordy: This is not a passive acceptance but a conscious, active decision. It's a turning point where the individual decides to stop fighting and start trusting. It's a choice to align their will with what they believe is a greater will, a decision that requires humility and a willingness to let go of personal control.
Moral Inventory (Step 4): "As I come to the points of what is life" suggests a period of introspection and reflection. It's a questioning of life's meaning, which can lead to a deeper examination of one's own actions and behaviors.
Viewpoint: Reflection. This indicates a willingness to examine one's life and beliefs.Key Point: Engaging in deep self-reflection to understand one's life, values, and actions.More Wordy: This phrase marks the beginning of a journey inward, a period of deep questioning and self-examination. It's a move beyond superficial concerns and a dive into the fundamental questions about existence. This introspection is essential for understanding one's patterns, motivations, and the impact of one's actions.
Admitting Wrongs (Step 5): "I become willing to admit that I need help" is an admission to oneself of a need for assistance. This is a critical step before admitting to others.
Viewpoint: Honesty. This signifies being truthful with oneself about one's needs and limitations.Key Point: Acknowledging one's vulnerability and the need for external support.More Wordy: This is a moment of profound honesty, a breaking down of defenses and a willingness to be vulnerable. It's an admission that one cannot do it alone and that external help is not only needed but also desired. This honesty with oneself is crucial for genuine change and growth.
Readiness for Change (Step 6): "i get to let go and let god" also implies a willingness to let go of what's not working, including defects of character, and allowing a higher power to take over.
Viewpoint: Openness. This demonstrates a readiness to embrace change and allow for transformation.Key Point: Being willing to release control and allow for change and growth to occur.More Wordy: This shows an openness to transformation, a willingness to let go of old patterns, behaviors, and even parts of oneself that are no longer serving. It's an acknowledgment that change is necessary and an openness to allowing that change to happen, even if it's uncomfortable or unknown.
Asking for Removal of Shortcomings (Step 7): "I need help" is a humble request for assistance, an acknowledgment of shortcomings and a plea for change.
Viewpoint: Humility. This shows a recognition of one's limitations and the need for assistance.Key Point: Humbly asking for help to overcome shortcomings and find a better path.More Wordy: This is an act of humility, an acknowledgment that one does not have all the answers and that help is needed. It's a plea for guidance, support, and strength to overcome personal limitations and find a better way to live. It's a recognition that one is not alone and that help is available.
Making a List of Those Harmed (Step 8): While not explicitly stated, "I hold on to the pain" suggests an awareness of the negative consequences of one's actions, which could imply harm done to oneself and possibly others. This could lead to the realization of the need to make amends.
Viewpoint: Awareness. This indicates an understanding of the impact of one's pain and actions.Key Point: Recognizing the ripple effect of one's pain and how it may have affected oneself and others.More Wordy: This phrase suggests an awareness that the pain being held onto is not just an internal experience but has consequences that extend outward. It implies a recognition that actions taken while in pain may have harmed oneself and others, laying the groundwork for future steps of amends and healing.
Making Amends (Step 9): This step isn't directly shown but could follow the realization of harm mentioned in Step 8.
Viewpoint: Responsibility. This implies a potential future step of taking responsibility for past actions.Key Point: (Implied) Taking steps to make amends for any harm caused as a result of one's actions.More Wordy: While not explicitly stated, this step is a logical progression from the awareness of harm. It suggests a potential future action of taking responsibility for the consequences of one's actions and striving to repair any damage caused. It's a step towards making right what was wrong.
Daily Inventory (Step 10): "As I come to the points of what is life" suggests ongoing introspection and self-examination, which aligns with taking personal inventory.
Viewpoint: Self-awareness. This highlights the ongoing practice of examining oneself.Key Point: Engaging in regular self-reflection and evaluation to maintain awareness of one's thoughts and actions.More Wordy: This indicates a commitment to continuous self-awareness, a practice of regularly checking in with oneself to monitor thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It's an understanding that self-examination is not a one-time event but an ongoing process crucial for maintaining growth and recovery.
Prayer & Meditation (Step 11): "i get to let go and let god" can be seen as a form of prayer, seeking contact with a higher power and surrendering to its will.
Viewpoint: Connection. This shows a desire for a deeper connection with a higher power or inner self.Key Point: Seeking spiritual connection and guidance through prayer or meditation.More Wordy: This can be seen as a form of prayer or meditation, a way to connect with something larger than oneself. It's a desire for guidance, clarity, and a sense of belonging to something greater. It's an attempt to quiet the mind and listen to the inner voice or divine guidance.
Carrying the Message & Practicing Principles (Step 12): While a spiritual awakening isn't explicitly stated, the shift in perspective and the willingness to "let go and let god" could be the beginning of such an awakening.
Viewpoint: Growth. This suggests the potential for personal and spiritual growth.
Key Point: (Potential) Beginning a journey of spiritual awakening and living by new principles.
More Wordy: hile a full-blown spiritual awakening isn't explicitly stated, the shift in perspective and the willingness to "let go and let god" could be the very beginning of such an awakening. It's a moment of potential transformation, where the individual starts to embrace new principles and a new way of living. This could lead to a desire to share this message of hope and surrender with others who are struggling, thus fulfilling the essence of Step 12.
Applying Universal Laws: Gemini's help
Law: The Law of Divine Oneness
Show what part of text: "i get to let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Interconnection
Key Point: All things are connected through a divine source.
More Wordy: The phrase "let go and let god" implies a recognition of a higher power and a connection to something larger than oneself. This aligns with the Law of Divine Oneness, which states that we are all part of a unified whole and connected to the divine source. By surrendering, the individual acknowledges this connection and seeks guidance from it.
Law: The Law of Vibration
Show what part of text: "I hold on to the pain"
Viewpoint: Frequency
Key Point: Holding onto pain lowers one's vibrational frequency.
More Wordy: The act of holding onto pain creates a low vibrational frequency. This frequency can affect the individual's overall energy and attract more experiences that resonate with that low vibration. The law of vibration reminds us that our emotional state influences our energetic field and what we attract.
Law: The Law of Correspondence
Show what part of text: "my life is at this point Unmanageable"
Viewpoint: Reflection
Key Point: The external chaos reflects internal unmanageability.
More Wordy: The statement "my life is at this point Unmanageable" is a reflection of the individual's internal state. This aligns with the Law of Correspondence, which suggests that our outer world mirrors our inner world. The chaos and unmanageability in the individual's life are a reflection of their internal struggle and need for change.
Law: The Law of Attraction
Show what part of text: "I hold on to the pain"
Viewpoint: Magnetism
Key Point: Focusing on pain attracts more painful experiences.
More Wordy: The phrase "I hold on to the pain" suggests that the individual is focusing on their suffering. According to the Law of Attraction, what we focus on expands. By dwelling on pain, the individual may inadvertently attract more experiences that perpetuate that pain.
Law: The Law of Inspired Action
Show what part of text: "I become willing to admit that I need help"
Viewpoint: Guidance
Key Point: Admitting the need for help is an inspired step towards change.
More Wordy: The willingness to admit the need for help can be seen as an inspired action, guided by inner wisdom and a desire for change. It's a step that aligns with the individual's true needs and sets them on a path towards healing and growth.
Law: The Law of Perpetual Transmutation of Energy
Show what part of text: "i get to let go and let god"
Viewpoint: Transformation
Key Point: Surrendering allows for the transmutation of negative energy.
More Wordy: The act of "letting go and letting god" is an example of transmuting negative energy. By surrendering control and trusting in a higher power, the individual allows for the transformation of their pain and suffering into something more positive and constructive.
Law: The Law of Cause and Effect (Karma)
Show what part of text: "when I hold on to the pain"
Viewpoint: Consequence
Key Point: Holding onto pain leads to negative consequences.
More Wordy: The act of holding onto pain has consequences, both internally and externally. This aligns with the Law of Cause and Effect, which states that every action has a reaction. The pain being held onto can lead to further suffering, emotional distress, and unmanageability in life.
Law: The Law of Compensation
Show what part of text: "I become willing to admit that I need help"
Viewpoint: Reciprocity
Key Point: Admitting vulnerability can lead to receiving support.
More Wordy: The willingness to admit the need for help opens the individual up to receiving support and assistance from others. This aligns with the Law of Compensation, which suggests that what we give (vulnerability, honesty) we receive in return (support, guidance).
Law: The Law of Relativity
Show what part of text: "points of what is life"
Viewpoint: Perspective
Key Point: The meaning of life is relative to individual perception.
More Wordy: The phrase "points of what is life" indicates a personal inquiry into the meaning of existence. The Law of Relativity reminds us that the answers to such questions are subjective and depend on individual perspectives. What one person considers meaningful, another may not.
Law: The Law of Polarity
Show what part of text: "pain" and "help"
Viewpoint: Duality
Key Point: Pain and help are opposing forces in the individual's experience.
More Wordy: The text highlights the duality between pain and the need for help. These are opposing forces, representing suffering and the potential for relief. The Law of Polarity reminds us that everything has an opposite and that navigating these polarities is part of the human experience.
Law: The Law of Rhythm
Show what part of text: (General understanding of the process described)
Viewpoint: Cycle
Key Point: The journey from pain to surrender is a cyclical process.
More Wordy: The process described in the text, from experiencing pain to surrendering and seeking help, can be seen as part of a larger cycle. The Law of Rhythm suggests that life moves in cycles, and periods of struggle and pain are often followed by periods of growth and healing.
Law: The Law of Gender (Creation)
Show what part of text: "let go" (feminine) and "admit" (masculine)
Viewpoint: Balance
Key Point: Balancing receptive (letting go) and active (admitting) energies.
More Wordy: The text shows a balance between receptive and active energies. "Letting go" represents the feminine, receptive energy of surrender, while "admitting" represents the masculine, active energy of taking responsibility and seeking help. The Law of Gender suggests that both energies are necessary for creation and balance.
Rewrites: Gemini's help
Summarize: The individual, overwhelmed by life's questions and personal pain, decides to surrender to a higher power, acknowledging their need for help and the unmanageability of their current situation.
Viewpoint: Core Essence
Key Points: Surrender, pain, need for help, unmanageability.
More Worded: This is a condensed version capturing the core message of the text. It highlights the journey from existential questioning and emotional suffering to a point of surrender and admission. The individual recognizes that their current way of coping is not working and seeks a different path.
Shortened: Life's questions lead to surrender, pain is unbearable, help is needed, life is unmanageable.
Viewpoint: Brevity
Key Points: Questions, surrender, pain, help, unmanageability.
More Worded: This version is stripped down to the bare essentials, emphasizing the key stages of the individual's realization. It's a quick snapshot of the internal process, highlighting the progression from contemplation to acceptance.
Bullet Points:
Reflecting on life leads to surrender.
Holding onto pain is overwhelming.
There is a willingness to admit the need for help.
Life is currently unmanageable.
Viewpoint: Organization
Key Points: Reflection, surrender, pain, help, unmanageability.
More Worded: This format breaks down the statement into distinct points, making it easier to follow the individual's thought process. Each bullet point highlights a specific stage in the realization, emphasizing the clarity gained through this breakdown.
Rephrased: In contemplating the nature of existence, I choose to relinquish control and trust in a higher power; the weight of my suffering has become too much, leading me to acknowledge my need for assistance and the current chaos in my life.
Viewpoint: Alternative Phrasing
Key Points: Contemplation, surrender, suffering, assistance, chaos.
More Worded: This version uses more formal and descriptive language, adding depth to the original statement. It emphasizes the deliberate nature of the decision to surrender and the overwhelming impact of the individual's suffering.
Casual: Man, thinking about life got me down. I'm just gonna let God handle it. Holding onto this pain is killing me. I gotta admit, I need help, and things are totally out of control.
Viewpoint: Relatability
Key Points: Discouragement, surrender, pain, help, out of control.
More Worded: This version brings a conversational and relatable tone, making the message feel more personal and immediate. It conveys a sense of raw honesty and vulnerability, as if the individual is speaking directly from their heart.
Formal: Upon considering the philosophical questions concerning the nature of life, the individual resolves to relinquish personal control and entrust their fate to a higher power. The persistence of suffering proves overwhelming, necessitating an admission of dependency and an acknowledgment of the current state of unmanageability.
Viewpoint: Precision
Key Points: Philosophical questions, resolve, suffering, dependency, unmanageability.
More Worded: This version uses sophisticated vocabulary and a structured sentence structure, giving the statement a more professional and analytical feel. It emphasizes the seriousness of the situation and the weight of the individual's decision.
Elaborate: As I delve into the profound questions about the meaning and purpose of life, I come to the realization that I must surrender my will and place my trust in a divine entity. The immense emotional pain I have been clinging to has become an unbearable burden, causing me to finally acknowledge my need for external support and the fact that my life is presently in a state of chaos and beyond my control.
Viewpoint: Detail
Key Points: Profound questions, realization, surrender, burden, external support, chaos.
More Worded: This version expands on the original statement, providing more detail and context. It delves into the depth of the individual's internal struggle and the magnitude of their decision to surrender. It paints a vivid picture of the emotional intensity and the overwhelming nature of the situation.
Detached Observer View (Third-Person Perspective): The individual engages in existential contemplation, leading them to a decision to surrender to a higher power. The observer notes that the individual's pain is overwhelming, resulting in an admission of needing help and an acknowledgment of their life's unmanageable state.
Viewpoint: Objectivity
Key Points: Existential contemplation, surrender, pain, help, unmanageable.
More Worded: This perspective removes the personal "I" and presents the situation as an observation. It allows for a more objective and analytical view, highlighting the actions and decisions of the individual without the emotional undertones.
Rationalist’s View (Logic Over Emotion): Through logical deduction, the individual concludes that their current approach is unsustainable due to the overwhelming pain. Therefore, surrendering to a higher power and seeking help are seen as the most rational solutions to address the unmanageability.
Viewpoint: Reason
Key Points: Logical deduction, unsustainable, pain, surrender, help, rational.
More Worded: This perspective emphasizes the logical reasoning behind the individual's decision. It presents the surrender and seeking help as calculated solutions based on the evidence of the overwhelming pain and the unmanageability of the current situation.
Scientific View (Neuroplasticity & Habit Formation): The individual's statement indicates a shift in cognitive patterns. The recognition of unmanageability and the decision to surrender represents a break from previous thought patterns and the beginning of forming new, potentially healthier habits for coping with life's challenges.
Viewpoint: Evidence-Based
Key Points: Cognitive patterns, recognition, surrender, break, habits.
More Worded: This perspective interprets the statement through a scientific lens, focusing on brain function and behavior change. It suggests that the individual is undergoing a neurological shift, breaking free from old patterns and forming new ones that could lead to better mental health and coping mechanisms.
Psychological Lens (Cognitive Framing & Self-Compassion): The individual is experiencing a cognitive shift from resistance to acceptance. The willingness to admit the need for help is an act of self-compassion, acknowledging vulnerability and breaking down the defense mechanisms that have previously prevented seeking assistance.
Viewpoint: Internal Process
Key Points: Cognitive shift, resistance, acceptance, self-compassion, vulnerability, defense mechanisms.
More Worded: This perspective delves into the psychological aspects of the statement, focusing on the internal changes and emotional processes. It highlights the shift from resistance to acceptance as a crucial step towards healing and the role of self-compassion in overcoming barriers to seeking help.
Empathetic: It sounds like you're going through a really tough time, grappling with big questions and feeling overwhelmed. It takes courage to admit that you need help and to surrender to something bigger. I hear you.
Viewpoint: Emotional Understanding
Key Points: Tough time, questions, overwhelmed, courage, surrender, hear you.
More Worded: This version adds a personal and supportive touch, acknowledging the individual's struggle and offering empathy. It creates a sense of connection and understanding, making the individual feel heard and validated.
Mirror Reflection (Self-Perception & Projection): Looking within, I see the turmoil and pain that I've been carrying. I realize that by letting go and trusting, I can project a future where I'm not burdened by this anymore. I am choosing to see myself as capable of receiving help and moving towards manageability.
Viewpoint: Introspection
Key Points: Turmoil, pain, letting go, trust, future, help, manageability.
More Worded: This perspective focuses on self-awareness and the power of projection. It suggests that the individual is looking inward and recognizing their own struggles, and consciously choosing to project a different future, one where they are capable of healing and moving forward.
Alternative Viewpoint: One might argue that holding onto pain is a sign of strength, but from this perspective, it's recognized as a burden that hinders growth. Surrendering and seeking help is seen as a more courageous and effective path.
Viewpoint: Challenging Norms
Key Points: Holding onto pain, strength, burden, growth, surrender, help, courageous.
More Worded: This version introduces a counterargument, challenging the idea that suffering in silence is a virtue. It presents an alternative perspective that reframes surrender and seeking help as acts of courage and strength, rather than weakness. It acknowledges that there are different views on how to handle pain and offers a different approach.
Pragmatist’s View (Action Over Reflection): Enough thinking about it, it's time to act. Letting go, admitting I need help, that's the practical step I need to take to deal with this unmanageability.
Viewpoint: Practicality
Key Points: Act, letting go, help, practical, unmanageability.
More Worded: This version shifts the focus from internal reflection to concrete action. It emphasizes the need to move beyond thinking and take practical steps to address the situation, viewing surrender and seeking help as tangible solutions. It's about doing what works rather than dwelling on the problem.
Stoic View (Radical Acceptance & Control): I accept that my life is unmanageable and that I cannot control the pain. However, I can control my response. I choose to let go and seek help, focusing on what I can influence.
Viewpoint: Acceptance & Control
Key Points: Acceptance, control, pain, response, letting go, help.
More Worded: This perspective introduces a philosophical approach of radical acceptance. It highlights the distinction between what is within our control (our actions and responses) and what is not (the pain and unmanageability). It emphasizes choosing to focus on what can be influenced, such as seeking help and surrendering.
Existentialist Approach (Freedom & Responsibility): I am free to choose how I respond to this pain and unmanageability. I take responsibility for my life and choose to surrender and seek help, acknowledging my agency in this situation.
Viewpoint: Agency & Choice
Key Points: Freedom, responsibility, pain, unmanageability, surrender, help, agency.
More Worded: This version highlights the individual's agency and the freedom to choose their response. It emphasizes taking responsibility for one's life and recognizing that one has the power to make different choices. It's about acknowledging one's own role in shaping their destiny.
Non-Attachment (Buddhist-Inspired Perspective): The pain and unmanageability are impermanent. I can observe them without clinging to them. Letting go and seeking help are ways to detach from the suffering and find peace.
Viewpoint: Detachment
Key Points: Impermanent, observe, detach, letting go, help, peace.
More Worded: This perspective introduces a philosophical concept of non-attachment, suggesting that the pain and unmanageability are not permanent and that one can observe them without being consumed by them. Letting go is seen as a way to detach from suffering and find inner peace.
Spiritual Surrender View (Divine Timing): I trust that this pain and unmanageability are part of a larger plan. I surrender to divine timing and believe that seeking help is the right step at this moment.
Viewpoint: Faith & Trust
Key Points: Trust, divine timing, pain, unmanageability, surrender, help.
More Worded: This version introduces a faith-based perspective, emphasizing trust in a higher power and divine timing. It suggests that the individual believes there is a purpose to their suffering and that surrendering and seeking help are part of a larger plan that is unfolding as it should.
Energy Flow Perspective (Quantum / Spirituality): The pain is a blockage in my energy flow. By letting go and seeking help, I am allowing energy to move freely again, restoring balance and harmony.
Viewpoint: Energetic Balance
Key Points: Energy flow, blockage, letting go, help, balance, harmony.
More Worded: This perspective views the situation through an energetic lens, suggesting that the pain is a blockage that disrupts the natural flow of energy. Surrendering and seeking help are seen as ways to release the blockage and restore energetic balance, leading to greater well-being.
Law of Attraction & Inspired Action Perspective: By admitting my need for help and letting go, I am aligning myself with positive change and attracting the support I need. This is an inspired action that will lead to a better future.
Viewpoint: Intentional Manifestation
Key Points: Need for help, letting go, alignment, positive change, support, inspired action.
More Worded: This version combines the Law of Attraction and inspired action, suggesting that the individual is actively creating a new reality by aligning their thoughts and actions with positive change. Seeking help is seen as an inspired step that will attract the necessary support and lead to a more desirable future.
Mythological / Archetypal Perspective: This is a journey of descent and return, a hero's journey where I must face my darkness and seek guidance to be reborn. Letting go and seeking help are part of the initiation.
Viewpoint: Symbolic Journey
Key Points: Descent, return, hero's journey, darkness, guidance, letting go, help.
More Worded: This perspective adds a symbolic and archetypal layer, viewing the individual's struggle as a classic hero's journey. It suggests that facing pain and seeking help are necessary steps in a larger transformative process, a symbolic death and rebirth that leads to greater wisdom and strength.
Cyclical Time Perspective (Everything is Repeating): This pattern of struggle and surrender has happened before, and it will likely happen again. I can choose to break the cycle by letting go and seeking help this time.
Viewpoint: Pattern Recognition
Key Points: Pattern, struggle, surrender, cycle, break, letting go, help.
More Worded: This version introduces the idea of cyclical time, suggesting that the individual's struggles are part of a repeating pattern. It emphasizes the opportunity to break the cycle by making a different choice this time, acknowledging past experiences and choosing a new path.
Childlike Wonder Approach (Play & Exploration): What if I just let go and see what happens? What if seeking help is an adventure? I'm curious to explore this new way of being.
Viewpoint: Curiosity & Openness
Key Points: Letting go, adventure, help, curious, explore.
More Worded: This perspective encourages a playful and open-minded approach, viewing the situation as an opportunity for exploration and discovery. It suggests embracing curiosity and seeing seeking help as an adventure rather than a burden, approaching it with a sense of wonder and possibility.
Minimalist Approach (Letting Go is Simplicity): The pain is too much. I need help. I let go.
Viewpoint: Simplicity
Key Points: Pain, help, let go.
More Worded: This version strips the statement down to its bare essentials, emphasizing the simplicity of the individual's realization. It highlights the core message of acknowledging pain, needing help, and choosing to let go, focusing on the fundamental steps without unnecessary complexity.
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