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4/8-Jared D. and John E. Triple C Big Book Workshop Charlotte, North Carolina - October 13/14,2023
4/8-Jared D. and John E. Triple C Big Book Workshop Charlotte, North Carolina - October 13/14,2023
4/8-Jared D. and John E. Triple C Big Book Workshop Charlotte, North Carolina - October 13/14,2023
Monday 22nd April 2024
Join Jared D. and John E. as they break down steps four and five of AA's Big Book, offering insights and personal stories from their recovery journeys.
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Barriers: Steps Four and Five with Jared D. & John E.
Episode Overview
- The fourth step is about identifying personal obstacles that block spiritual growth.
- Honesty and thoroughness are crucial in completing steps four and five.
- Finding the right person to share your journey with can make a significant difference.
- Working through these steps can bring a sense of freedom and spiritual awakening.
- Ongoing vigilance and action are essential beyond steps four and five.
Holding on to dishonesty just jams me up, keeping me blocked from God.
Get ready to dive into the transformative world of AA's Big Book in this episode featuring Jared D. and John E. from Charlotte, North Carolina. This session, part of a workshop held on October 13-14, 2023, focuses on the crucial steps four and five of the 12-step programme.
Jared kicks things off with an insightful breakdown of the fourth step, while John picks up the baton to guide you through the fifth step, sharing his own experiences and challenges along the way. These steps are all about identifying and confronting personal obstacles that block spiritual growth and keep one stuck in the cycle of alcoholism. John opens up about his own struggles with the fourth step, a phase he often stumbled over during his early years in AA.
He explains how closely following the Big Book's guidance can simplify this process, making it less daunting. The episode also covers the importance of honesty and thoroughness when tackling these steps, as well as how to find the right person to share your journey with. One of the standout moments is John's story about completing his fifth step during the pandemic, highlighting the unique challenges and creative solutions that arose during those times.
He shares how working through these steps brought him a sense of freedom and spiritual awakening, gradually lifting the mental obsession that fuels addiction. Jared and John also touch on the importance of continuing this work beyond steps four and five, emphasising the need for ongoing vigilance and action. Whether you're new to AA or a seasoned member, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone on the path to recovery.
Don't miss out on this chance to deepen your understanding of AA's foundational steps and hear firsthand experiences that can inspire and guide your own journey. Why not give it a listen and see how these steps can bring about real change in your life?