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From the Vault: Powerlessness & Unmanageability with Kelly Williams
From the Vault: Powerlessness & Unmanageability with Kelly Williams
From the Vault: Powerlessness & Unmanageability with Kelly Williams
Wednesday 7th August 2024
Kelly Williams shares her journey through Step 1, discussing powerlessness and unmanageability in alcoholism on The Magdalen House Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the true nature of alcoholism involves recognising physical and mental components.
- Acceptance of powerlessness is a crucial step towards recovery.
- Personal stories can provide relatable insights and hope.
- The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous offers valuable guidance.
- Embracing sobriety leads to freedom and a better life.
I thought I was crazy because I kept going back to drinking even after I told myself I didn't want to do it anymore
Step into a heartfelt conversation between Kelsey Amos and Kelly Williams as they unpack the profound significance of Step 1 from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. Kelly, a grateful recovered alcoholic, shares her gripping journey of understanding the true nature of alcoholism. She candidly recounts her struggles with powerlessness and unmanageability, revealing how she once believed that her inability to control her drinking was a personal failing.
Through engaging anecdotes and honest reflections, Kelly explains how learning about the physical allergy and mental obsession associated with alcoholism transformed her perspective and ignited her path to recovery. The episode offers a compassionate look at the challenges faced by those struggling with alcohol addiction and highlights the importance of accepting one's powerlessness as a crucial step towards healing.
Kelsey and Kelly's dynamic conversation is not just informative but also deeply relatable, making it a must-listen for anyone seeking insight into the recovery process. Tune in to discover how embracing Step 1 can pave the way for a life of sobriety and freedom.