The Point San Francisco
The Point San Francisco
Need to Know Basis
Need to Know Basis
Need to Know Basis
Sunday 27th August 2023
Discover diverse beliefs about a higher power in AA through personal stories and reflections in this insightful episode of 'The Point San Francisco'.
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Episode Overview
- The episode explores the diverse interpretations and reservations surrounding the concept of a higher power in Alcoholics Anonymous.
- Listeners gain insight into the speaker's personal journey and their evolving relationship with the notion of a higher power.
- The episode highlights the unity found in the fellowship despite contrasting backgrounds and beliefs, emphasizing the common ground of surrendering to a higher power.
- The importance of acceptance and the willingness to rely on a higher power for successful recovery is a key takeaway from this episode.
- The speaker's 30-year sobriety journey serves as a testament to the impact of embracing the understanding that one is not the higher power.
I've continued to have a complicated relationship with my higher power, with my higher power, higher power, but I've always been able to accept that I'm not it. I'm sure that has had a key role in staying sober for over 30 years, something that I still oftentimes find hard to believe.
Have you ever pondered what it means to surrender to a higher power in Alcoholics Anonymous? In this episode of 'The Point San Francisco', a member takes us through their personal exploration of this profound concept. Titled 'Need to Know Basis', the episode breaks down the idea that while you may not need to define what a higher power is, acknowledging that you're not it can be a game-changer in recovery.
The speaker shares candid reflections on grappling with different interpretations and beliefs within the AA community, highlighting how diverse backgrounds can converge on a shared path of surrender and acceptance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the spiritual side of recovery, offering a unique perspective that underscores the unity found in diversity. It's an enlightening look at how varied understandings of a higher power can coexist and support the journey to sobriety.