Finding Faith and Laughter in Recovery
Episode Overview
A moment of silence for suffering and recovering alcoholics The Serenity Prayer to start the day Reflection on 'The Gift of Laughter' in recovery Importance of faith as a foundation stone of freedom from fear Ending with the Lord's Prayer and a plea for sobriety
Every day I ask God to help me stop taking myself too seriously
Good morning! Alyssa, a numbered alcoholic, kicks off this episode with a moment of silence for all suffering and recovering alcoholics and their loved ones. This is followed by the Serenity Prayer, setting a reflective tone for the day. Alyssa shares her personal journey through recovery, focusing on the theme of 'The Gift of Laughter'. She recalls how laughter was once painful for her, feeling that others' joy was at her expense.
However, her AA sponsor's laughter helped her lighten up and embrace recovery with a more positive outlook. Alyssa's reflections remind us that laughter can be a powerful tool in healing and self-acceptance. She also discusses the importance of faith, citing that it is the foundation stone of freedom from fear. For Alyssa, faith transformed her perception of the universe from hostile to loving and secure. The episode wraps up with the Lord's Prayer and a heartfelt plea for sobriety.
Alyssa's journey is a testament to the power of faith, laughter, and daily reflection in recovery. This episode is perfect for anyone needing a bit of morning inspiration and a reminder that recovery is a journey best taken one day at a time.