Joe McDonald

Position of Neutrality

Joe McDonald

  • Position of Neutrality: Offering Help to Those Ready for Recovery – Step 12

Position of Neutrality: Offering Help to Those Ready for Recovery – Step 12

Friday 26th July 2024

Learn how to maximise your impact in recovery by focusing on those ready for help. Joe McDonald shares practical advice on Step 12 of the AA programme.
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Position of Neutrality
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Joe McDonald
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Making an Impact: Step 12 and Helping Those Ready for Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Focus on helping those eager for recovery.
  • Stepping back from those not ready can lead them to seek help.
  • Spending too much time on one person can deny others the chance for recovery.
  • Allocating your time effectively can create a more significant impact.
  • Balancing efforts in recovery work is crucial.
To spend too much time on any one situation is to deny some other alcoholic an opportunity to live and be happy
Ever wondered how to make the most impact in your recovery journey? This episode of 'Position of Neutrality' dives into Step 12 of the AA programme, focusing on helping others who are ready for recovery. Host Joe McDonald shares his wisdom on why it's crucial to find those who are eager to accept help and why it’s sometimes best to step back from those who aren’t ready.
The episode highlights the importance of not wasting time on individuals who refuse assistance, as this can deny others the chance for recovery and happiness. Joe emphasises that while it might feel tough, stepping away can actually lead someone to realise they can't recover alone, pushing them towards seeking help. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Joe makes a compelling case for why focusing your efforts on those ready for change can create a more significant impact.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone involved in the recovery community, offering both new perspectives and practical strategies for making a difference. Tune in to learn how you can better allocate your time and energy to truly help those in need.