Karen
Karen
Big Book Page 68, How it Works
Big Book Page 68, How it Works
Big Book Page 68, How it Works
Saturday 7th December 2019
Karen reads from the Big Book of AA on fear and anxiety, sharing practical tools and personal experiences for overcoming these emotions.
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11 minutes
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Karen
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Sobriety Day by Day
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Tackling Fear Head-On: Karen's Wisdom from the Big Book
Faith is a verb, it is not a noun, and the only way to have faith is to take action. Prayer and action. That is the way to stay sober.
Feeling like fear and anxiety have a grip on your life? In this episode of 'Big Book with Karen', Karen dives into a passage from Alcoholics Anonymous' Big Book that zeroes in on these very emotions. Fear is described as a 'corroding thread' that weaves through our lives, often feeding addiction and keeping us stuck. Karen doesn't just read the passage; she breaks it down into manageable insights that you can apply to your recovery journey right now.
She emphasizes that fear is one of the three major hurdles for alcoholics and addicts, alongside resentment and sex problems. But don't worry, Karen offers practical tools from the Big Book to help manage these issues. One of the standout moments is when Karen discusses how focusing outward and taking action can be powerful antidotes to fear. She highlights that faith isn't just a feeling but an action—something you do through prayer and positive steps.
Karen also opens up about her own struggles with fear and anxiety, sharing how she's learned to lean on a higher power for guidance. And if you're wondering about the role of community, Karen underscores the value of attending AA meetings as spaces where you can show faith and find support. This episode is packed with relatable advice and personal stories, making it a must-listen for anyone grappling with fear and anxiety in their recovery journey.