Morning Reflections: Patience and Growth in Recovery
Episode Overview
Start your day with the Serenity Prayer. Reflect on patience and the lifelong journey of sobriety. Understand the importance of admitting and correcting mistakes. Gain insights from Alyssa's personal experiences with the Twelve Steps. Find comfort in the spiritual foundation of AA.
I realize now that living the 12 steps of AA is a lifelong undertaking
Kick off your day with a dose of inspiration and reflection in this episode of AA Morning Snippets. Alyssa, your host, takes you through a heartfelt session starting with a moment of silence for those struggling with alcohol addiction and their loved ones. The episode features the Serenity Prayer, setting a serene tone for the reflections to follow. Alyssa shares her journey through the 12 Steps of AA, candidly discussing her initial impatience and eagerness to rush through the steps.
She reflects on the realisation that sobriety is a lifelong commitment, not a quick fix. Drawing from 'Twelve Steps and Twelve Traditions' and 'As Bill Sees It', she highlights the importance of patience, growth, and the willingness to admit and correct mistakes. Alyssa's personal anecdotes make the content relatable and her reflections offer valuable insights for anyone on the path to recovery. The episode wraps up with the Lord's Prayer, reinforcing the spiritual foundation of the AA program.
This episode is a gentle reminder that recovery is a continuous journey, filled with opportunities for growth and self-improvement. Tune in to find comfort and motivation in Alyssa's words, and remember, 'It works if you work it.'