Depending on the circumstances, this phrase can be either meant positively as a compliment or negatively as an insult. To say a person is a force of nature means the person is a very strong personality or character. In short, a person that is full of full of energy, unstoppable, and unforgettable—
In a negative or positive way.
Know that force of nature is a legal term also known as "an Act of God" In law, it means an event outside of human control, so no one can be held responsible.
Out of control
Out of OUR control.
Interesting distinction.
When in the disease of addiction we can sometimes be a force of nature—out of control. Out of other people’s control. Out of our own control. Just like destruction that happens in nature with ocean waves destroying coastlines, we go about destroying our own lives and others’ lives in our wake. Most times we are not even aware of what we are doing. We are still responsible—but out of control in our behaviors.
Out of control.
However, when we sober up and look around at the damage, It is overwhelming. We begin to repair one step at a time. First, in our own lives, then making amends with others who were affected by our out of control negative energy.
When we finally realize that ALL things are out of our control, then we can turn to God and lean on Him to start the reparations and restoration. We still need to show up and do the work, but God is in control. Not me. We are still responsible—but now, can control to choose new healthy behaviors.
Out of OUR control.
Now that we have discovered our partnership with God and our own purpose again in sobriety, we can go about being a force of nature—full of energy, unstoppable, and unforgettable—in a positive way.
Here are some ways to Let Go and Let God, One Day at a Time:
1) Identify what you can control—and what you can’t.
2) Address what you can control.
3) Surrender what you can’t control.
4) Meditate on the promises of your faithful God.
5) Choose a “letting go” motto—mine is, “this is yours, God.”
6) Resolve to act on faith, not in fear.
I am responsible for, and in control of my own behaviors
God is in control of the outcomes.
“ I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
Philippians 4:12-13
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