Agent X
Agent X
S4 E19 PART 1 Into Action with Ian
S4 E19 PART 1 Into Action with Ian
S4 E19 PART 1 Into Action with Ian
Saturday 20th July 2024
Agent X and Ian dive into Step 10 of AA, challenging misconceptions and exploring the deeper spiritual work required for true recovery.
64 minutes
Honest
Informative
Engaging
Raw
Humorous
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Recovery with AA
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Step 10 is more than just attending meetings; it's about deep spiritual work.
- Modern AA often diverges from its original purpose.
- Ian shares personal stories and humorous encounters from his early days in AA.
- The Big Book remains a crucial guide for genuine recovery.
- Agent X challenges common misconceptions about AA.
We've become a copy of a copy, and most of the time, I feel like I'm just a guy operating in unfriendly territory.
In this episode of 'That's NOT in the book!', Agent X is joined by Ian to break down Step 10 of Alcoholics Anonymous. With a mix of humour and raw honesty, they explore the true essence of AA and its divergence from popular media portrayals. Ian shares his journey through the 12 Steps, reflecting on how the fellowship has evolved and sometimes lost touch with its original purpose.
The conversation tackles the misconception that AA is just about attending meetings and highlights the deeper spiritual work required for genuine recovery. Ian's anecdotes about his early days in AA, including some humorous encounters, add a personal touch that many will find relatable. Agent X, known for his passionate and sometimes provocative style, doesn't shy away from challenging common beliefs about AA. Together, they dissect the text of the Big Book, offering a fresh perspective on its teachings.
If you're curious about the real AA experience beyond the clichés, this episode offers a candid look into what it truly means to work the programme.