Agent X
Agent X
S4 E15 Into Action with A Friend We Shall Call Jim
S4 E15 Into Action with A Friend We Shall Call Jim
S4 E15 Into Action with A Friend We Shall Call Jim
Sunday 26th May 2024
Agent X and 'A Friend We Shall Call Jim' discuss Step 10, relapse, and long-term sobriety in this raw and honest episode of 'That's NOT in the book!'
67 minutes
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Recovery with AA
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Episode Overview
- Step 10's role in maintaining sobriety.
- Relapse after long-term recovery and how to bounce back.
- The importance of making amends and surrendering to a higher power.
- Misconceptions about AA and what truly keeps alcoholics sober.
- Living a spiritually centred life and helping others on their journey.
I have a daily reprieve from myself, from my suffering, from my misery, and from my big old pile of bullshit.
In this engaging episode of 'That's NOT in the book!', Agent X sits down with a guest known as 'A Friend We Shall Call Jim' to unpack the intricacies of Step 10 and discuss the journey of relapse after long-term sobriety. With honesty and a touch of humour, they explore the challenges and victories in their paths to recovery.
Jim shares his story, from his early days in AA in the 1980s to his move to Costa Rica, where he struggled with alcoholism despite his initial sobriety. He candidly talks about his return to the US, facing end-stage liver disease, and how he found his way back to the principles of AA. The episode highlights the importance of surrendering to a higher power, making amends, and the ongoing effort to live a spiritually centred life.
Agent X and Jim also delve into the misconceptions about AA, emphasising that true recovery requires more than just surface-level engagement. This episode is a raw and real look at the ongoing process of staying sober and helping others on their journey. Whether you're new to AA or have been on the path for years, you'll find valuable insights and relatable experiences here. Tune in for an authentic conversation that might just change your perspective on recovery.