Finding Strength and Equality in Recovery
Episode Overview
Daily reflections on equality within the AA community. The importance of inclusivity and equal footing in recovery. Willpower alone isn't enough; adopt AA's 12 steps. Dependence on a higher power or AA group is crucial. Ending with the Lord's Prayer and a call for daily commitment.
In AA, no member is better than any other member. We're just alcoholics trying to recover from alcoholism
Start your day on a positive note with Alyssa's heartfelt reflections and prayers in this episode of AA Morning Snippets. Alyssa, an alcoholic in recovery, opens with a moment of silence for those struggling with alcoholism and their loved ones. She then leads into the serenity prayer, a cornerstone for many in recovery. Alyssa shares daily reflections on equality within the AA community, highlighting that membership is open to all who seek recovery, regardless of their background or financial status.
She emphasises the importance of inclusivity and how AA provides a supportive environment where everyone is on equal footing, striving for sobriety together. Alyssa also touches on the futility of relying solely on willpower to overcome the obsession with drinking. Instead, she advocates for adopting AA's 12 steps as a way of life, which can restore sanity and eliminate the compulsion to drink.
She discusses the importance of admitting personal powerlessness over alcohol and the necessity of depending on a higher power, whether it be a spiritual entity or the AA group itself. The episode wraps up with the Lord's Prayer and a powerful reminder that sobriety is achievable through daily commitment and support from the AA community. Alyssa's sincere and compassionate approach makes this episode a comforting and motivating listen for anyone on their recovery journey.
Tune in to find solace, strength, and a sense of belonging.