Dave F. and Mark Houston: Spiritual Wisdom at Wilson House Retreat
Episode Overview
The episode explores the transformative journey towards spiritual growth and sobriety. Dave F. and Mark Houston share insights into the byproduct of finding God and its impact on the desire to drink. The role of character defects, inventory, and fear inventory in the pursuit of spiritual sobriety is discussed. The complexities of addiction recovery, including the practice of honesty and the role of ego, are explored. The episode offers a comprehensive exploration of the tools and challenges in the journey towards sobriety.
The beauty is, the byproduct of finding God is, you don't want to drink. And your problems don't exist. But how does one attempt to do that? And I envision that as my character defects and my inventory, my four-step and my fear inventory.
What happens when two seasoned AA veterans come together to share their wisdom? In this episode of 'Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers', Dave F. and Mark Houston take us on a journey through their Wilson House Retreat experience. With heartfelt honesty and deep reflections, they unpack the spiritual elements that have been pivotal in their recovery journeys. From battling the ego to embracing honesty, their conversation is rich with practical advice and spiritual insights.
They touch on essential tools for sobriety, the importance of a higher power, and how character defects can be transformed into strengths. Whether you're new to recovery or have been on the path for years, this episode offers valuable perspectives that can inspire and guide you on your own journey.