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Episode 27: Step Eight and Tradition Eight From the 12 X 12 - Stoic Reading January 18
Episode 27: Step Eight and Tradition Eight From the 12 X 12 - Stoic Reading January 18
Episode 27: Step Eight and Tradition Eight From the 12 X 12 - Stoic Reading January 18
Tuesday 18th January 2022
Join Josh C as he tackles Step Eight and Tradition Eight in AA, focusing on making amends and non-professionalism from an atheist's viewpoint.
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Get the buttons here!Making Amends: An Atheist's Take on Step Eight and Tradition Eight
I appreciate you joining me as I explore new ways of making recovery more accessible to folks that may struggle with the god aspect of some recovery programs.
Ever wondered how an atheist navigates the spiritual steps of Alcoholics Anonymous? In this episode of 'An Atheist Reads the Big Book of AA', Josh C takes a deep dive into Step Eight and Tradition Eight, offering a fresh perspective on these crucial aspects of recovery. Step Eight is all about making a list of those we've harmed and becoming willing to make amends.
Josh breaks down this step with a unique, non-religious approach, focusing on the emotional and practical challenges of acknowledging past wrongs and seeking forgiveness. He doesn't shy away from discussing the internal struggle of forgiving oneself, a topic many find equally daunting. Tradition Eight, which states that Alcoholics Anonymous should remain non-professional, also gets a thorough examination. Josh explores the balance between maintaining AA's grassroots nature and employing special workers in service centers.
He touches on the debates surrounding professionalism within AA and why anonymity at the public level is so vital. This episode isn't just about the mechanics of recovery; it's also about finding beauty in life's small moments. Josh's stoic reading for the day serves as a gentle reminder to appreciate the simple things, even when the journey gets tough. If you're looking for a secular take on recovery that combines practical advice with heartfelt reflection, this episode is for you.