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Haley S. Foundation Meeting-PPG Webster 11/3/2024
Haley S. Foundation Meeting-PPG Webster 11/3/2024
Haley S. Foundation Meeting-PPG Webster 11/3/2024
Friday 8th November 2024
Join Haley S. as she shares her journey to sobriety, emphasising the importance of AA's Big Book and spiritual awakening in overcoming alcoholism.
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Get the buttons here!Haley S. on Finding Sobriety Through AA's Big Book
Episode Overview
- Haley S. shares her personal recovery journey and sobriety date.
- Explains the importance of AA's Big Book as the basic text for recovery.
- Discusses the necessity of a spiritual awakening for lasting sobriety.
- Highlights the role of a sponsor in guiding through AA steps.
- Emphasises understanding one's powerlessness over alcohol.
We have recovered from this previously thought of as hopeless state of mind and body.
In this episode of Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers, Haley S. shares her inspiring journey of recovery and the pivotal role that Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) literature played in her sobriety. With a heartfelt introduction, Haley recounts her sobriety date as September 6th, 2021, and expresses her gratitude for the opportunity to speak at the PPG Webster Group foundation meeting.
Haley dives into her personal story, reflecting on her initial encounter with AA in 2016 after a severe consequence, and how she misunderstood the significance of the Big Book compared to other AA literature for years. She explains how the Big Book serves as the basic text for AA, providing clear guidance on understanding the problem of alcoholism and finding a solution through spiritual awakening.
Haley passionately discusses the importance of fully conceding to being an alcoholic and the necessity of a spiritual experience to achieve lasting sobriety. She emphasises that alcoholism is not just about the physical craving but also a mental obsession that requires a higher power for relief. Through her engaging storytelling, Haley illustrates the journey from recognising one's powerlessness over alcohol to embracing a life guided by spiritual principles.
She candidly shares her struggles with restlessness, irritability, and discontentment, and how these feelings often led her back to drinking. Haley's message is clear: recovery is possible through the steps outlined in the Big Book and the support of a loving sponsor. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and practical advice on their path to sobriety. Haley's authenticity and dedication to helping others shine through, making this episode both informative and inspiring.
Tune in to hear Haley's transformative story and gain valuable insights into the power of AA's foundational principles.