Harnessing Your Thoughts: Steps 10 and 11 in Alcohol Recovery
Episode Overview
Understand the impact of thoughts on your recovery journey. Learn how to turn negative self-talk into positive action. Get practical tips for applying Steps 10 and 11 from AA. Discover relatable anecdotes that make complex ideas easy to grasp. Feel empowered to take control of your mind and support your sobriety.
'Either my mind is a tool so that I can be used or I'm a tool. There's no other two conditions.'
In this episode of 'Position of Neutrality', Joe McDonald dives into the powerful role our thoughts play in our lives, especially in the context of alcohol recovery. Joe takes you through Steps 10 and 11 from the Alcoholics Anonymous guide, focusing on how harnessing your thoughts can make or break your journey to sobriety. Ever felt like your mind is working against you? Joe gets it.
He breaks down those nagging thoughts – 'You're not good enough', 'Why bother?' – and shows how they can derail your progress. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Joe shares practical tips on turning your mind into a tool that works for you, rather than letting it run the show. This episode is packed with relatable anecdotes and no-nonsense advice, making it a must-listen for anyone struggling with negative self-talk or looking to strengthen their recovery journey.
By the end, you'll feel equipped to take control of your thoughts and use them to support your sobriety. Don't miss out on Joe's unique blend of humour and wisdom – it's like having a candid chat with a friend who’s been there and gets it.