The Boiled Owl
The Boiled Owl
Owl 084 Jim
Owl 084 Jim
Owl 084 Jim
Saturday 15th August 2020
Join Don and Sam on The Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast as they chat with Jim about his journey through AA and NA, his moment of clarity, and the fight against complacency.
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Get the buttons here!Jim's Sobriety Journey: A Tale of Two Fellowships
You know it does, because it's an everything program and you're going to get back as much as you put in.
Imagine having a vivid memory of the exact moment you decided to quit using. That's Jim's story. In this episode of The Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast, hosts Don and Sam sit down with Jim, who has navigated both Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) in his journey to sobriety. Jim's first meeting was in Philadelphia, where he attended both AA and NA for five years.
After moving to North Carolina, he found that NA didn't quite fit, so he switched to AA for 31 years. Six years ago, he returned to NA, where he now feels at home with his group in Greensboro, NC. Jim opens up about the powerful moment of clarity that made him realize it was time to quit using for good.
He discusses the crucial role a higher power has played in his recovery and the importance of staying active in the program. Whether it's attending meetings or doing service work, Jim stresses that complacency can be a dangerous trap in sobriety. Don and Sam also touch on how the language and traditions within AA and NA have evolved over the years.
They highlight the benefits of being involved in a community and how it can make a significant difference in one's recovery journey. Jim's story is a testament to the transformative power of these fellowships and serves as a reminder that recovery is a continuous process. If you're looking for inspiration or practical advice on maintaining sobriety, this episode offers both.
Tune in to hear Jim's candid reflections and gain valuable insights into the importance of working the program and staying engaged in your recovery community.