David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others
David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others
Journey 04 - Session 59 - Mar 16 2023
Journey 04 - Session 59 - Mar 16 2023
Journey 04 - Session 59 - Mar 16 2023
Friday 17th March 2023
Explore the significance of helping others in recovery with David G and friends as they discuss 'Working with Others' from the Big Book.
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Get the buttons here!Helping Others in Recovery: Lessons from the Big Book
Our job is to help them understand, give them an adequate presentation of the program and then see if they want to recover.
Ever wondered why helping others is a cornerstone of recovery? In this episode, David G, Mark B, Minor A, and Nance F dive into pages 89-90 of the Big Book's 'Working with Others' chapter. They unravel the importance of extending a hand to fellow members in recovery, emphasizing that mutual support is crucial for lasting sobriety. The hosts explore how prayer plays a role in overcoming addiction and share their own experiences with challenging sponsees.
They stress the value of listening and building rapport, making it clear that effective communication is key. Topics like qualifying a sponsee and avoiding the pitfalls of being overly evangelical are discussed in depth. The episode also touches on group dynamics, the role of a group sponsor, and the concept of a lucid interval.
One memorable quote is, 'Our job is to help them understand, give them an adequate presentation of the program and then see if they want to recover'. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone involved in twelve-step recovery programs or following the Big Book's practical program of action.