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Barbara T – What does the AA program promise?
Barbara T – What does the AA program promise?
Barbara T – What does the AA program promise?
Sunday 8th December 2024
Barbara T shares her journey with Alcoholics Anonymous, highlighting the promises and transformative power of the AA program.
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Episode Overview
- Barbara's initial feelings of desperation and hopelessness.
- The importance of community support in AA.
- The spiritual aspects of the AA program.
- Understanding sanity and insanity in recovery.
- The transformative power of the Step 10 promises.
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In this episode of SoberQ, Barbara T shares her transformative journey with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the promises it holds for those struggling with alcohol addiction. Barbara begins by recounting her initial feelings of desperation and hopelessness, describing how alcohol had broken her spirit. Her first AA meeting was a revelation - a room filled with laughter and happiness, a stark contrast to her emotional turmoil. This encounter sparked a glimmer of hope in her heart.
Barbara's story unfolds as she dives into the AA program, embracing its principles and practices. She highlights the importance of abstinence, taking it one day at a time, and the power of community support. By getting people's numbers and listening to their experiences, Barbara found strength and hope. The episode delves into the spiritual aspect of AA, particularly Step 2, which encourages belief in a power greater than oneself.
Barbara explains how understanding the definitions of sanity and insanity helped her make sense of her condition and the steps needed for recovery. She also shares the profound impact of the Step 10 promises, which speak of a newfound freedom from the obsession with alcohol. Through Barbara's narrative, you'll gain insight into the transformative power of the AA program and the sense of peace and protection it can bring.
If you're curious about what AA promises or seeking inspiration for your own recovery journey, this episode is a must-listen.