David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others
David G, David G, and friends
Journey 06 - Session 66 - Oct 02 2024
Journey 06 - Session 66 - Oct 02 2024
Journey 06 - Session 66 - Oct 02 2024
Thursday 3rd October 2024
David G and David G discuss Chapter 7 of the Big Book, focusing on setting boundaries while helping newly sober individuals. Tune in for practical advice and insights.
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Episode Overview
- Setting boundaries is crucial when helping newly sober individuals.
- Offering help without enabling dependency encourages self-sufficiency.
- Integrating spiritual principles into daily life can positively impact family dynamics.
- Sometimes being inconvenienced is part of giving the gift of sobriety.
- Practical advice and personal stories provide valuable insights for those in recovery.
Sobriety is a gift that needs to be given away. Sometimes we need to be inconvenienced.
In this episode of the Purpose of this Book podcast, David G and David G dive deep into Chapter 7 of the Big Book, focusing on 'Working With Others'. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries when helping newly sober individuals, highlighting that allowing an alcoholic to stay in one's home for too long can create complications. The hosts emphasise the need for balance – offering help without enabling dependency.
This is a crucial part of the recovery journey, as it encourages self-sufficiency and personal responsibility. The discussion also touches on the significance of integrating spiritual principles into daily life and how these can positively impact family dynamics. David shares a powerful anecdote about a sponsor's advice on the gift of sobriety and the importance of sometimes being inconvenienced to help others.
The episode is rich with practical advice, personal stories, and reflections on how to navigate the complexities of early recovery. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement. Why not tune in and see how these timeless principles can make a difference in your journey?