AA Podcast
AA Podcast
ESH: Chris H
ESH: Chris H
ESH: Chris H
Saturday 20th July 2024
Chris H. shares his journey through alcoholism and the transformative power of AA's 12-step programme at the Philly Friendship Street Group.
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Episode Overview
- Chris H. shares his personal journey through alcoholism.
- Highlights the transformative power of AA's 12-step programme.
- Emphasises the importance of making amends for long-term sobriety.
- Discusses the role of spiritual exercises in recovery.
- Encourages creating 'pockets of enthusiasm' in AA meetings.
The obsession of the mind doesn't care how it makes you put alcohol back in your body
In this episode of Sober Cast, Chris H. takes the stage at the Philly Friendship Street Group in April 2012. With a refreshing mix of humour and raw honesty, Chris shares his journey through alcoholism and the transformative power of the 12-step programme. He talks about his home group's decision to return to the basics of Alcoholics Anonymous, focusing on the spiritual exercises laid out in the Big Book.
Chris's storytelling is vivid, recounting how these meetings became 'pockets of enthusiasm' where real recovery happens. Chris reflects on his early struggles, from being a 'bad electrician' racing to the liquor store to finding solace in AA meetings. His anecdotes are both relatable and eye-opening, like the time he thought a gallon of vodka would help him stay sober.
He emphasises the importance of a personality change to maintain sobriety, describing how working through the steps and making amends brought about a significant shift in his life. The episode is a deep dive into the practical aspects of recovery, offering listeners a glimpse into the life-changing potential of AA's 12 steps. Chris’s passion for helping others shines through, making this episode both informative and inspiring.
If you're looking for a heartfelt and engaging story about overcoming addiction, this episode is a must-listen.