Step Up: Jared D. and John E.'s Big Book Workshop
Episode Overview
Step 12 is crucial and deserves focused attention. Writing down your issues helps in addressing them effectively. Unresolved issues can resurface in other areas of life. Practical advice makes the steps more relatable and actionable. Humour can make heavy topics more approachable.
Step one basically is telling me that I'm screwed. If you're the real alcoholic, you're condemned to do it again and again against your will, you're screwed.
Ready for a deep dive into the Big Book? In this episode, Jared D. and John E. take you on a journey through the essential steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, live from Charlotte, North Carolina. Jared kicks things off with a heartfelt prayer, setting the stage for an enlightening discussion. He shares his own story of recovery, revealing how he was separated from alcohol in 2015 and the gratitude he feels for it.
The focus here is on the importance of Step 12 and ensuring it gets the attention it deserves. Jared's humour and honesty make this heavy topic more approachable, as he candidly talks about his struggles and victories in sobriety. The workshop also delves into the critical inventory process, breaking down the steps in a way that's both relatable and actionable. Jared emphasises the importance of getting everything down on paper to address what’s been blocking one's spiritual growth.
His analogy of a convenience store inventory adds a touch of lightness to the serious work of self-examination. John E. picks up where Jared leaves off, diving into the practical aspects of Steps 4 through 12. He discusses how unresolved issues can resurface in other areas of life and how essential it is to address them head-on.
The episode is filled with real-life anecdotes and practical advice, making it clear why these steps are so crucial for anyone on the path to recovery. If you're looking for a mix of heartfelt stories, practical advice, and a bit of humour, this episode is a must-listen. It’s a raw and honest look at the journey to sobriety, offering both hope and actionable steps for those seeking to change their lives.