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AA is deemed highly religious in 25 states
AA is deemed highly religious in 25 states
AA is deemed highly religious in 25 states
Wednesday 17th July 2013
Monica Richardson and Bob Warner discuss AA's religious undertones, court mandates, and alternative recovery methods on Safe Recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Challenging AA: Religion, Court Mandates, and Empowered Recovery
I want to give a guide map through the pile of bs. So when they say when you read that in the big book and they say, well, god can be anything you want it to, well, if you look in the by, it says here: God, as you understand him. I mean once you get to a place where you got to and then you know gunther and I went through the big book a couple of times, I think he. We finally saw that faith in some kind of god was a part of our makeup, just as much as the feeling we had for a friend.
Ever wondered why some judges insist on sending DUI offenders to AA meetings, even when it's a potential breach of constitutional rights? In this eye-opening episode of Safe Recovery, Monica Richardson sits down with Bob Warner, the author of 'How AA Steals Your Soul', to tackle this very issue. They dive deep into the religious undertones of AA and the legal controversies surrounding court-mandated attendance.
Bob shares his personal battle, including suing the state for being forced to attend religious meetings for a DUI, sparking a critical conversation about individual rights and recovery options. The episode also sheds light on the darker side of 12-step meetings, particularly the predatory behavior that can occur. Monica and Bob don't just stop at criticism; they offer practical alternatives like the Sinclair Method and harm reduction strategies, aiming to empower those on their recovery journey.
If you're curious about different paths to sobriety or questioning the status quo of traditional recovery programs, this episode is a must-listen. It's a refreshing take that emphasizes personal empowerment over conformity.