The Paradox of Giving to Keep: Insights from AA Recovery
Episode Overview
Giving away what you've gained helps you keep it. Humility is crucial for maintaining sobriety. Pride can be hazardous to your recovery journey. Self-restraint is necessary for long-term sobriety. AA's principle of attraction rather than promotion helps maintain personal anonymity.
We are not living just to be sober. We are living to learn, to serve, and to love.
Ever wondered how giving something away can actually help you keep it? This episode of the Transitions Daily Alcoholics Anonymous Recovery Readings Podcast dives into the paradox of 'giving away to keep'. Sarah M. from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, shares a collection of profound recovery quotes and reflections from various AA resources. These include 'Twenty-Four Hours a Day', 'Daily Reflections', and 'As Bill Sees It'.
The episode explores the significance of humility, the hazards of pride, and the necessity of self-restraint in maintaining sobriety. It also delves into the AA principle of attraction rather than promotion, highlighting how maintaining personal anonymity is crucial for those in recovery. With a blend of wisdom and practical advice, Sarah emphasises that sobriety is not just about abstaining from alcohol but also about learning to live a fulfilling life through service and love.
You'll find this episode both enlightening and comforting, especially if you're on your own journey towards sobriety or supporting someone who is. Tune in to understand why giving away what you’ve gained can be the key to keeping it.