David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others
David G, David G, and friends
Journey 06 - Session 79 - Jan 08 2025
Journey 06 - Session 79 - Jan 08 2025
Journey 06 - Session 79 - Jan 08 2025
Thursday 9th January 2025
Explore family healing and spiritual growth in recovery with David G and David G as they discuss Chapter 9 of the Big Book.
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Episode Overview
- Constructive family talks are crucial for healing.
- Recognising and admitting personal shortcomings helps family dynamics.
- Balance is essential in spiritual pursuits to avoid spiritual intoxication.
- Working with other alcoholics is vital for maintaining sobriety.
- Early recovery involves both personal growth and helping others.
'Giving rather than getting will become the guiding principle.'
In this episode of the Purpose of this Book podcast, hosts David G and David G dive into Chapter 9 of the Big Book, 'The Family Afterward', picking up from page 127. They explore how each member of a resentful family begins to see their own shortcomings and admits them to others, laying a foundation for helpful discussions. The hosts emphasise the importance of constructive family talks carried out without heated arguments, self-pity, or resentful criticism.
They discuss how families can heal together by recognising their faults and taking responsibility for their actions. The episode also touches on the concept of spiritual intoxication, where a newly sober individual may become overly zealous in their spiritual pursuits, potentially causing friction within the family. The hosts stress the need for balance and the importance of not imposing one's spiritual beliefs on others.
They highlight the significance of working with other alcoholics as a means to ensure one's sobriety, even during the early days of recovery. This episode is filled with practical advice and reflections on the challenges and rewards of family dynamics in recovery. If you're looking for insights into maintaining harmony in your family while navigating sobriety, this episode is a must-listen.