Karen
Karen
Big Book Page 177-178 Dr. Bob's Nightmare
Big Book Page 177-178 Dr. Bob's Nightmare
Big Book Page 177-178 Dr. Bob's Nightmare
Monday 11th November 2019
Karen narrates Dr. Bob's battle with addiction, emphasizing the spiritual program of action and the significance of the Big Book in modern recovery.
Explicit
8 minutes
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
Authentic
Engaging
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Author:
Karen
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Day by Day
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Bob's Story: A Founder's Battle with Addiction and Hope
So you know, he switches around and he tries some different things and ends up bloated again. And that really is the nightmare.
What happens when one of the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous shares his personal battle with addiction? In this episode of 'Big Book with Karen', Karen takes you through the gripping tale of Dr. Bob, a pivotal figure in the AA community. She starts with the third step prayer, setting a reflective tone before diving into Dr. Bob's tumultuous journey with both alcohol and drugs. His story, often referred to as 'Dr.
Bob's Nightmare', is a harrowing account that many will find all too familiar. Karen explores key moments like the infamous beer experiment and discusses how Dr. Bob's experiences are still strikingly relevant today, especially when it comes to the dangers of swapping one addiction for another. But it's not all doom and gloom; Karen also highlights the importance of a spiritual program of action, offering a beacon of hope for those on their own recovery journey.
She provides an insightful look at how the Big Book can serve as a cornerstone in modern addiction treatment, making this episode both educational and uplifting. With her compassionate and straightforward style, Karen turns Dr. Bob's nightmare into a story of resilience and recovery that resonates deeply with anyone facing similar struggles.