Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast
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Episode 160: Take What you Want and Leave the Rest
Episode 160: Take What you Want and Leave the Rest
Episode 160: Take What you Want and Leave the Rest
Wednesday 15th April 2020
Angela and John discuss the impact of AA slogans on sobriety in Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast. Explore secular recovery options.
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Get the buttons here!Angela and John on AA Sayings: What Helps and What Hurts
I love, take what you want and leave the rest.
Ever found yourself puzzled by the sayings tossed around in Alcoholics Anonymous meetings? Angela and John certainly have, and in this episode of Beyond Belief Sobriety, they dive into the world of AA platitudes and slogans. They chat about which phrases have been genuinely helpful on their sobriety journeys and which ones left them scratching their heads.
Recorded live on YouTube, this episode is interactive, with Angela and John taking calls and responding to chatroom comments, making it a lively discussion. Angela opens up about how the phrase 'take what you want and leave the rest' has been a guiding light for her, while John shares his initial confusion as a newcomer. The duo doesn't shy away from discussing the importance of service in maintaining sobriety and the need to tackle resentments head-on to avoid relapse triggers.
They also express their frustrations with the rigid nature of some AA meetings, finding solace in the more flexible, secular approach offered by their podcast. Listeners will appreciate the candid conversation about how understanding AA history can provide context and relief from dogmatic meeting environments. Whether you're new to recovery or a seasoned veteran, this episode offers a refreshing take on navigating the often confusing landscape of AA slogans.
Tune in for an honest, down-to-earth discussion that might just change how you view those familiar sayings.