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Sober Speak-  Alcoholics Anonymous  Recovery Interviews

John M

  • 335- Adam T- God, Self, and Others

335- Adam T- God, Self, and Others

Friday 15th March 2024

Adam T. shares his recovery journey, breaking down AA's 12 steps into building blocks for relationships with God, self, and others.
86 minutes
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Raw
Humorous
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Sober Speak-  Alcoholics Anonymous  Recovery Interviews
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John M
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Adam T. on Rebuilding Relationships Through AA's 12 Steps

Episode Overview

  • Adam T. shares how he was 'bankrupt' in relationships before AA.
  • Steps 1-3 focus on rebuilding a relationship with God.
  • Steps 4-7 help develop a relationship with oneself.
  • Steps 8-9 aim to mend relationships with others.
  • Maintenance steps (10-12) are crucial for sustaining recovery.
You can lead me into the gates of hell, but you can't push me into heaven.
In this episode of Sober Speak, Adam T. from Los Angeles shares his powerful journey through recovery and how the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous transformed his life. He candidly discusses his initial state of being 'bankrupt' in his relationships with God, himself, and others, and how the structured steps helped him rebuild these crucial connections.
Adam breaks down the steps into three main categories: steps 1-3 for a relationship with God, steps 4-7 for self, and steps 8-9 for others. He also touches on the maintenance steps (10-12) that help sustain these relationships through daily practice and service. His reflections are both raw and inspiring, offering a blend of humour and deep personal insights that make his story relatable and engaging.
Adam's anecdotes about his experiences in Southern California, including humorous takes on treatment and recovery, provide a vivid backdrop to his journey. This episode is a heartfelt testament to the transformative power of AA's 12 steps and is sure to resonate with anyone on the path to sobriety or supporting a loved one through it. Tune in to hear Adam's story and gain some valuable perspectives on recovery.