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Mark S – What fears did we discover while taking step four?
Mark S – What fears did we discover while taking step four?
Mark S – What fears did we discover while taking step four?
Sunday 4th August 2024
Mark S discusses facing fears in Step Four of AA, sharing his journey from suppression to honesty and trust in a higher power.
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol suppresses fears but doesn't eliminate them.
- Writing down fears is crucial in the recovery process.
- Honesty about one's struggles is vital for healing.
- Trusting a higher power can help overcome fears.
- Sharing fears with others aids in recovery.
I was the great pretender. I would tell people, 'I'm okay, I'm doing all right', but it was obvious that I wasn't.
In this episode of SoberQ, Mark S shares his personal journey through Step Four of the Alcoholics Anonymous programme. He opens up about the fears he faced when he first got sober and how alcohol had been a way to suppress those fears. Mark candidly discusses how he used to bury his worries deep down, only for them to resurface stronger and more daunting.
He highlights the importance of writing down these fears as part of the inventory process, a crucial step in his recovery journey. Mark's reflections on being 'the great pretender', always claiming to be okay while struggling inside, are both relatable and eye-opening. He explains how taking an honest stock of his fears and sharing them with another person helped him start to rebuild his life.
From fears of people and the past to concerns about relapse and the future, Mark covers it all. He also touches on the concept of trusting a higher power as a solution to these fears, acknowledging that this trust is not easy to come by but is essential for growth. Mark's story is a testament to the power of honesty and faith in overcoming addiction.
If you're looking for an authentic and heartfelt discussion on the challenges of early sobriety, this episode is a must-listen.