Shank and Wayne
Shank and Wayne
Became Willing with Ricky M.
Became Willing with Ricky M.
Became Willing with Ricky M.
Tuesday 25th February 2025
Ricky M. shares his experience with Step 8 in AA, discussing willingness, making amends, and humorous moments with hosts Shank and Wayne.
43 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Ricky M.'s Journey Through Step 8: Willingness and Amends
Episode Overview
- Step 8 involves making a list of all persons harmed and becoming willing to make amends.
- Willingness doesn't always mean wanting; sometimes you need prayer and support.
- Humour can play a big role in the recovery process.
- It's okay to take time to become willing to make tough amends.
- Support from sponsors and AA community is crucial.
If I wanted to do all of this stuff, there are some days where you're like yeah, I want to do this stuff but there are a lot of times when I don't.
Ricky M. shares his journey through Step 8 of Alcoholics Anonymous in this episode of Alcoholics Alive! With hosts Shank and Wayne, Ricky dives into the nitty-gritty of making a list of all the people he has harmed and becoming willing to make amends. Ricky's story is filled with personal anecdotes, from discovering alcohol at a young age to becoming homeless and finding solace in AA.
He opens up about the struggles of willingness versus wanting and how prayer and support from his sponsor helped him tackle even the toughest amends. Ricky also shares humorous yet heartfelt experiences, like driving by someone's house multiple times before finally mustering the courage to make amends. The episode isn't just about the heavy stuff; it also includes a fun segment called 'Meeting Shrapnel', where they discuss sayings like 'Willing doesn't mean wanting' and 'Sober Living isn't a Priority'.
Ricky's candidness, combined with Shank and Wayne's light-hearted approach, makes this episode both engaging and enlightening. Whether you're new to AA or a seasoned member, you'll find valuable insights and a few laughs along the way. So, why not give it a listen and see how Ricky's journey might inspire your own path to recovery?