Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast
Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast
Episode 228: Why Do Atheists Bother with AA?
Episode 228: Why Do Atheists Bother with AA?
Episode 228: Why Do Atheists Bother with AA?
Friday 30th July 2021
John Huey explores why atheists and agnostics join AA despite its religious roots, and discusses secular alternatives on Beyond Belief Sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!Why Do Atheists Stick with AA? John Huey Shares His Thoughts
Right, they expect you to sign up to an irrational belief system that you know to be wrong and that sets up a cognitive dissonance within many people that results in endless misery.
Ever wondered why atheists and agnostics would even consider joining Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), given its strong religious undertones? John Huey is back on 'Beyond Belief Sobriety' to tackle this very question. In this episode, Huey dives into the complexities faced by non-believers in AA. Despite its deep-rooted spirituality, many atheists and agnostics have found AA to be a lifeline. But how do they reconcile their beliefs with the program's religious elements?
Huey doesn't shy away from discussing the irrational aspects of AA that can be challenging for non-believers. Yet, he also highlights how some have managed to navigate these waters successfully. He talks about alternative secular options like SMART recovery, emphasizing the importance of fellowship and community in the journey to sobriety.
Whether you're questioning your place in AA or simply curious about the experiences of non-believers in traditional recovery programs, this episode offers a candid and insightful look at the diverse paths to sobriety.