apodcastgreaterthanyourself
apodcastgreaterthanyourself
One Alcoholic Talks With Another Alcoholic - Carl Spackler
One Alcoholic Talks With Another Alcoholic - Carl Spackler
One Alcoholic Talks With Another Alcoholic - Carl Spackler
Wednesday 14th February 2024
Join John Barleycorn and Carl Spackler for a humorous yet insightful chat about sobriety, gratitude, and the quirks of recovery.
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60 minutes
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Honest
Engaging
Relatable
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- The importance of practising gratitude meaningfully.
- Balancing honesty with kindness in sobriety.
- Overrated or underrated aspects of recovery.
- Spiritual growth as a key part of the recovery journey.
- Humour as a tool for overcoming addiction.
I have avoided a gratitude open discussion meeting so far in November. So that's a positive.
John Barleycorn sits down with Carl Spackler in this episode of 'A Podcast Greater Than Yourself'. Carl, a renowned groundskeeper and self-proclaimed alcoholic, shares his unique journey through sobriety. The conversation kicks off with Carl admitting he's managed to dodge a gratitude meeting in November, sparking a humorous yet insightful discussion about the nature of gratitude in recovery.
Carl reveals that while he practices gratitude in his life, he finds some meetings focused on it to be less meaningful, often filled with trivial expressions of thanks. They then dive into a series of 'overrated or underrated' questions, exploring various aspects of recovery such as the 12 Steps, sobriety memes, and the infamous Big Book. Carl's candid and sometimes hilarious takes provide a fresh perspective on the recovery process.
He talks about the challenges of maintaining honesty, even when a white lie seems harmless, and the importance of spiritual growth beyond just staying sober. The episode is peppered with personal anecdotes, making it relatable and engaging for anyone on a similar path. Whether you're new to recovery or have been sober for years, Carl's story is a testament to the power of humour and honesty in overcoming addiction.
Tune in for a mix of laughter, wisdom, and raw honesty that will leave you reflecting on your own journey.