The word Grundhaltung (German) means a fundamental position from which all other positions are derived. Grund means ground or foundation.
“But be sure you are on solid spiritual ground” (Chapter 7, Big Book)
“In nearly all cases, their ideals must be grounded in a power greater than themselves, if they are to re-create their lives.” (Doctor’s Opinion, Big Book)
The fundamental ground I have to build my life on is this:
- I am not my own master: I am a servant
- My life is in God’s hands
- I need not concern myself with it
- My concern is my conduct