Shank and Wayne
Shank and Wayne
Malady vs Disease with Graham R.
Malady vs Disease with Graham R.
Malady vs Disease with Graham R.
Tuesday 15th October 2024
Graham R. discusses whether alcoholism is an illness or a disease, exploring key differences and sharing personal insights from his journey in AA.
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Get the buttons here!Illness or Disease? Graham R. Breaks Down Alcoholism
Episode Overview
- Alcoholism can be viewed as an illness or a disease.
- The threefold nature of alcoholism: mind, body, and spirit.
- You are responsible for your behaviour despite having a disease.
- 'AA is a selfish program' is challenged as unhelpful.
- 'Dis-ease' is considered misleading by the hosts.
You are not responsible for your disease, but you ARE responsible for your behaviour
Ever wondered if alcoholism is an illness or a disease? In this episode of Alcoholics Alive!, Graham R. dives deep into this debate, sharing his personal journey and reflections on the topic. Graham, who has been sober since 1997, talks about the differences between viewing alcoholism as a malady versus a disease.
He touches on key points like the threefold nature of alcoholism – mind, body, and spirit – and the idea that while you might not be responsible for your disease, you are responsible for your behaviour. The hosts, Shank and Wayne, also weigh in, discussing how AA's spiritual principles have helped them and others recover.
They challenge some common sayings in AA meetings, like 'AA is a selfish program' and 'dis-ease,' offering their perspectives on why these might not be helpful. If you're looking for an honest, sometimes humorous take on sobriety and the language we use around addiction, this episode is a must-listen. You'll leave with a deeper understanding of how different perspectives can shape recovery and why it’s crucial to find what works for you.
Tune in for a mix of personal stories, practical advice, and a bit of AA history.