Don M. Westside Men's Annual Fellowship Breakfast Plantation, FL 2008Don M. Westside Men's Annual Fellowship Breakfast Plantation, FL 2008
Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers
Don M. shares his journey of recovery at the Westside Men's Annual Fellowship Breakfast, highlighting the importance of divine help and the 12 steps.
1:05:53•28 Dec 2024
Don M.'s Journey: From Ego to Embracing Divine Help
Episode Overview
- Recovery requires constant effort and divine help.
- The 12 steps are essential for effective recovery.
- Humility and teachability are crucial in overcoming addiction.
- Community support plays a significant role in maintaining sobriety.
- Embracing a higher power can transform one's recovery journey.
“Without divine intervention, I will always wind up letting how I feel be the most important thing in the universe”
In this episode of Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers, Don M. shares his inspiring journey at the Westside Men's Annual Fellowship Breakfast in Plantation, FL, back in 2008. Don opens up with a mix of humour and humility, expressing gratitude for the fellowship and the divine intervention that has guided his sobriety since April 9th, 1981. He reflects on the importance of the 12 steps in his recovery, stressing how these steps have been the only effective program for him.
Don's candidness about his struggles with self-obsession and ego provides a relatable and engaging narrative for anyone on a similar path. He talks about his initial resistance to the concept of a higher power and how, over time, he was able to embrace it through the support of the AA community. His story is peppered with anecdotes from his life, illustrating the transformation from a self-centred alcoholic to someone who finds purpose in helping others.
Don's message is clear: recovery is a journey that requires constant effort, divine help, and the willingness to follow directions, even when it feels uncomfortable. His reflections on humility, teachability, and the importance of community support make this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking encouragement and practical advice on their recovery journey. So, if you're looking for an honest and heartfelt account of overcoming addiction, tune in to hear Don M.'s powerful testimony.
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