Transitions Daily
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May 26 Honesty - Transitions Daily Alcohol Recovery Readings Podcast
May 26 Honesty - Transitions Daily Alcohol Recovery Readings Podcast
May 26 Honesty - Transitions Daily Alcohol Recovery Readings Podcast
Sunday 26th May 2019
Scott B. explores the vital role of honesty in recovery from alcoholism on Transitions Daily Podcast. Tune in for insights on sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!The Power of Honesty: Key to Sobriety with Scott B.
Their chances are less than average...many of them do recover if they have the capacity to be honest.
Feeling stuck on your path to sobriety? Scott B. from Detroit, Michigan, shares powerful insights in this episode of the Transitions Daily Alcoholics Anonymous Recovery Readings Podcast. The focus is on honesty and its indispensable role in overcoming addiction. Drawing from trusted AA resources like 'A.A. Thought for the Day', 'Daily Reflections', 'Big Book Quote', and 'As Bill Sees It', Scott brings together a collection of readings that highlight how honesty is a cornerstone of the recovery journey.
One standout quote states, 'Rarely have we seen a person fail who has thoroughly followed our path. Those who do not recover are people who cannot or will not completely give themselves to this simple program, usually men and women who are constitutionally incapable of being honest with themselves'. This episode dives into the tough but essential task of admitting personal flaws and discussing them openly, which can be daunting but is crucial for true recovery.
Scott also explores how setbacks and failures can actually fuel spiritual and emotional growth. A reading emphasizes, 'Our spiritual and emotional growth in AA does not depend so deeply upon success as it does upon our failures and setbacks'. These moments of struggle can become opportunities for humility and deeper spiritual understanding. The episode also touches on the importance of conversion and self-discipline.
Scott explains that lasting recovery often requires a shift in thinking—recognizing that overcoming addiction isn't something you can do by sheer willpower alone. Turning to a higher power for strength and starting each day with this mindset can make all the difference. Discipline, both spiritual and personal, prepares individuals for the good that lies ahead when they're ready for it.
For anyone grappling with addiction, this episode offers a blend of practical advice and spiritual wisdom, making it a must-listen for those on the path to sobriety.