Gentle, Loving Laughter

Today in my recovery meeting I mentioned the “gentle, loving laughter” that I found there.  When people talk in those meetings the other people in the meeting frequently laugh, because of identity with the problem or behavior.  There is a strong feeling of connection, caring and love, without criticism or judgement.  I make use of the same laughter or feeling toward myself several times a day, whenever I have foolish or self-centered thoughts and/or behaviors.  I have found that, for myself, harsh criticism and judgement do not promote change.