stratotcaster re the PROMISES. everything happened for me over time and then some. it was far beyond my wildest dreams!!!! and those things keep happening still. i give each person i sponsor a printed PROMISES at the beginning. i suggest they read it everyday to remind them what will come true if they stay sober. i tell them even if they don't think the promises will come true for them they will. i even say" i promise you The Promises will come true if you work the program and live it." it's a pretty absolute comment but my own experience assures me i can promise them that. i tell them it will happen in spite of their disbelief the miracles will take place. can't tell you how many sponsees say it was helpful and gave them the hope they needed.