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How to Choose a Sponsor; Dick M., AA Male
How to Choose a Sponsor; Dick M., AA Male
How to Choose a Sponsor; Dick M., AA Male
Monday 21st October 2024
Dick M. shares his 58-year sobriety journey and the vital role of sponsorship in AA. Discover how commitment and guidance can transform lives.
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Episode Overview
- Find a sponsor with long-term sobriety and follow their guidance.
- Commitment is key to maintaining sobriety.
- Sponsorship is a vital part of AA's success.
- Community support plays a crucial role in recovery.
- Staying sober is a daily miracle.
"If you're here and you're new in AA, the only thing I can suggest to you is that you find someone who has stayed sober a good deal longer than you have and do what they do."
In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Dick M. shares his journey of sobriety and the critical role sponsorship plays in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). With a touch of humour and heartfelt sincerity, Dick recounts his own experiences, having been sober since 1965, and the invaluable lessons learned from his sponsor and others in the AA community. He highlights the importance of finding a sponsor who has maintained long-term sobriety and sticking to their guidance, even if they falter.
Through personal anecdotes, Dick emphasises the necessity of commitment and the miracle of staying sober one day at a time. He also provides a brief history of sponsorship within AA, illustrating how it has evolved and remained a cornerstone of the program. Eve and Bill, fellow AA members, join the discussion, offering their perspectives on sponsorship and its profound impact on their recovery journeys.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the power of sponsorship in maintaining sobriety and fostering a supportive community.