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 06 - Session 22 - Nov 29 2023
Journey 06 - Session 22 - Nov 29 2023
Journey 06 - Session 22 - Nov 29 2023
Thursday 30th November 2023
Dive into Chapter 3 of the Big Book with 'Purpose of this Book', exploring acceptance, delusions, and spiritual solutions in alcoholism recovery.
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Episode Overview
- The hosts re-examine the insidious nature of alcoholism, emphasizing the need to fully concede to one's innermost self.
- They dissect the delusion of control and the futile attempts to drink like a 'normal' person.
- The discussion delves into the progressive nature of the illness, debunking myths and highlighting the powerlessness and unmanageability that define alcoholism.
- Personal experiences are shared, stressing the importance of smashing delusions and self-deception.
- The hosts emphasize the significance of embracing a spiritual solution as outlined in the Big Book.
I have to learn to concede to my innermost self that I'm a real alcoholic. Otherwise, where was I? If there's step one, then there's probably step zero. That's where I was until I learned to concede to my innermost self that I'm a real alcoholic.
What does it truly mean to accept that you are an alcoholic? In this episode of 'Purpose of this Book', the hosts dive into Chapter 3, 'More About Alcoholism', from the Big Book. They start with the first paragraph and unpack the tricky nature of alcoholism, stressing the importance of admitting to yourself that you are a real alcoholic. The conversation tackles the illusion of control and the endless attempts to drink like a 'normal' person.
The hosts break down the progressive nature of the disease, shattering myths and shedding light on the powerlessness and chaos that alcoholism brings. By sharing their own stories, they underline the necessity of destroying self-deception and embracing a spiritual solution as described in the Big Book. This episode is a raw and honest look at what it takes to confront alcoholism head-on and find a path to true recovery.