Taming Anger: Insights on Serenity from AA with Kirsty S.
Anger is the hot wind that extinguishes the light of reason.
Ever feel like anger is a roadblock on your path to sobriety? In this episode of the 'Transitions Daily Alcoholics Anonymous Recovery Readings Podcast', Kirsty S. from The East Midlands in the UK shares her thoughts on managing anger and finding peace. Drawing from trusted AA resources like 'Twenty-Four Hours a Day', 'A.A. Thought for the Day', 'Daily Reflections', and more, Kirsty dives into how anger can derail recovery if left unchecked.
She highlights the spiritual principle that every time we're upset, it's a signal that something's off within us too. Even when someone else wrongs us, our anger can be a sign of our own issues. Kirsty suggests that justified anger should be reserved for those who are better equipped to handle it. Instead, she emphasizes focusing on helping others and meeting their needs as a way to defuse our own anger.
The episode also touches on AA's three legacies of recovery, unity, and service as key tools in overcoming anger. Kirsty encourages listeners to lean on AA's fellowship, which thrives on mutual support and the desire to help each other heal. Prayer is another powerful tool she mentions for finding guidance and serenity.
If you're grappling with anger in your recovery journey, this episode offers practical advice and heartfelt encouragement to help you find your way to a calmer, more peaceful life.