Step One:
We begin by realiziing that we cannot do life alone. We have tried and failed. We have hurt others, even those whom we love. we have betrayed ourselves . . . that is, we have sinned. That's the realistic news.
The Good News is that in spite of all of this, God loves us anyway and desires to be in relationship with us. God wants good for us.
Step Two:
Pray to God and include these in your prayer: