Morning Reflections: Finding Strength in Spiritual Growth
Episode Overview
Start your day with a moment of silence and the Serenity Prayer. Daily reflections focus on Step Two and belief in a higher power. Alyssa shares her journey of finding solutions through faith. Discussion on moral responsibility within the AA framework. Episode concludes with the Lord's Prayer for spiritual grounding.
I began to receive answers to my deepest problems, sometimes at the most unusual times.
Kickstart your day with 'AA Morning Snippets', hosted by Alyssa. This episode, recorded on February 1st, 2024, is all about starting the day with a moment of reflection and prayer. Alyssa, an alcoholic in recovery, begins with a moment of silence for those still suffering and those in recovery, followed by the Serenity Prayer. The episode centres around daily reflections and the power of belief, particularly focusing on Step Two of the Twelve Steps.
Alyssa shares her journey of gradually coming to believe in a higher power, emphasising how this belief has helped her find solutions to her deepest problems, often at unexpected moments like driving to work or eating lunch. She candidly discusses her initial scepticism and how she eventually turned things over to a higher power, finding peace and answers in return. The episode also touches on the concept of moral responsibility in AA.
Alyssa reads from 'As Bill Sees It', addressing the misconception that viewing alcoholism as an illness absolves alcoholics of responsibility. Instead, she highlights that recognising alcoholism as a fatal illness imposes a heavy moral obligation on sufferers to engage with AA's Twelve Steps for recovery. The episode concludes with the Lord's Prayer, reinforcing the spiritual foundation of the AA programme. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking a brief yet meaningful start to their day.
Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, Alyssa's reflections offer comfort and motivation. Tune in to find solace and strength in shared experiences and spiritual growth. How do you start your day on the right foot?