Alyssa
Alyssa
Big Book Snippet #26
Big Book Snippet #26
Big Book Snippet #26
Monday 19th August 2024
Alyssa reads from the AA Big Book, discussing spiritual fitness and handling social situations involving alcohol.
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Episode Overview
- Avoiding alcohol entirely isn't always necessary for recovery.
- Being spiritually fit helps handle situations where alcohol is present.
- Having legitimate reasons for being in drinking environments is crucial.
- Work with another alcoholic if you're feeling shaky.
- Focus on being helpful to others rather than isolating yourself.
Our experience shows that this is not necessarily so. We meet these conditions every day.
Start your day with a dose of inspiration and reflection with Alyssa in Big Book Snippet #26. This episode dives into the latter part of the chapter 'Working with Others' from the AA Big Book, focusing on the concept of being 'spiritually fit'. Alyssa, an alcoholic herself, reads from the book and discusses the idea that avoiding alcohol entirely isn't always the best approach for recovery.
Instead, it's about being in a good spiritual place to handle situations where alcohol is present. She tackles common misconceptions, like needing to avoid places where alcohol is served or hiding from friends who drink. Alyssa emphasises that shielding oneself from temptation isn't a sustainable solution. It's more about having a legitimate reason to be in those environments and ensuring your motives are pure.
If you're spiritually shaky, she suggests working with another alcoholic instead of isolating yourself in places where drinking happens. The episode wraps up with Alyssa's reflections on how to re-enter social life without withdrawing again due to others' drinking habits. She shares practical advice on how to navigate social situations and maintain sobriety, stressing the importance of being helpful to others and staying grounded in your recovery journey.
Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for a while, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement. Tune in for a mix of personal experience, wisdom from the Big Book, and Alyssa's heartfelt guidance.