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Back to Basics: What Does Unmanageable Mean?
Back to Basics: What Does Unmanageable Mean?
Back to Basics: What Does Unmanageable Mean?
Thursday 5th January 2023
Michael Graubart discusses unmanageability in Step One of recovery, highlighting the importance of letting go of control for sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!Understanding Unmanageability: Michael Graubart on Step One
The second half of step one asks us to stop the futile quest to control the uncontrollable. Instead, we just admit- step one requires an admission- nothing more- that our lives are not what we want them to be.
Ever felt like you're constantly trying to control everything around you, only to find it's slipping through your fingers? In this episode of 'Recovery Road', host William C. Moyers presents an excerpt from Michael Graubart's insightful book, *Step Up: Unpacking Steps One, Two, and Three with Someone Who's Been There*. Graubart, a bestselling author and someone who has walked the path of sobriety, breaks down what 'unmanageability' really means in the context of Step One in recovery.
Graubart explains how our need to control every aspect of our lives often fuels our struggles with alcoholism and other addictions. He points out that while control might give us a false sense of security, it's actually one of the main things we lose when we continue down the path of addiction. The consequences can be severe, impacting our self-respect, dignity, jobs, and relationships.
In this candid discussion, Graubart encourages listeners to come to terms with the reality that their lives are not manageable as they are. Admitting this is a crucial step toward recovery because those who believe they're still in control are not ready to take the necessary steps to get sober.
He emphasizes that the second half of Step One is about letting go of this futile quest for control and instead embracing honesty and the steps that lead to happiness, serenity, and community. Graubart's words offer a beacon of hope and practical advice for anyone struggling with addiction. This episode is a must-listen for those ready to face the truth about their unmanageability and take their first steps toward a sober life.