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Episode 163: Doug P.
Episode 163: Doug P.
Episode 163: Doug P.
Sunday 26th April 2020
Doug P. discusses his 25-year sobriety journey through secular AA on Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast Episode 163. Explore a flexible path to recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Doug P.: Embracing Secular AA for a Personal Recovery Journey
We have to find our own niche and because some people work this tall steps, some people don't and some people work secular steps, right, people are finding- hopefully, if there's anything we achieve, that people are finding their own experiences and their own journeys in here or rather than having a mandated orthodox one.
Doug P. has been sober for over 25 years, but it wasn't until he discovered a secular path to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) that he truly felt at home in the program. In this episode of Beyond Belief Sobriety, Doug opens up about his personal journey with addiction recovery and how finding a secular AA meeting in Halifax, Nova Scotia transformed his experience. Initially, Doug attended traditional AA meetings but quickly grew weary of the heavy emphasis on god and religion.
His story takes a turn when he finds a secular AA group that aligns more closely with his beliefs and values. Doug shares candid reflections on the differences between secular and traditional AA meetings, noting that the secular approach offers a more flexible and accepting path to recovery. He emphasizes the importance of finding one's own niche within the program and highlights how online communities can play a crucial role in connecting with others who share similar experiences.
One of the most compelling parts of Doug's story is his discussion on the individualized nature of secular AA. While he acknowledges the role of god in traditional meetings, he argues that a secular approach allows for a more personalized and open-minded recovery journey. Doug's insights into working secular steps rather than adhering to a mandated orthodox approach provide valuable perspectives for anyone navigating their own path to sobriety.
Whether you're a long-time member of AA or just beginning your recovery journey, Doug's experiences with secular AA offer a refreshing and inclusive perspective. Tune in to this episode of Beyond Belief Sobriety to hear Doug's empowering story and explore how a secular approach can offer a unique and supportive path to addiction recovery.