Agent X
Agent X
S4 E29 Into Action with The One Least Understood By His Friends
S4 E29 Into Action with The One Least Understood By His Friends
S4 E29 Into Action with The One Least Understood By His Friends
Sunday 3rd November 2024
Agent X and 'The One Least Understood By His Friends' discuss spirituality, authenticity, and recovery through the lens of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous.
125 minutes
Honest
Informative
Hopeful
Engaging
Raw
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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
- Different types of alcoholics as described in the Big Book.
- How depression and anxiety are linked to alcoholism.
- The role of spirituality and trust in a higher power in recovery.
- Debating whether character defects are inherently negative.
- Personal stories highlighting the transformative power of recovery.
Alcohol kept me alive until I got to the solution.
In this episode of 'That's NOT in the book!', Agent X is joined by a guest known as 'The One Least Understood By His Friends'. Together, they dive into the complexities of spirituality, authenticity, and the often misunderstood nature of alcoholism. The conversation is anchored around the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, providing a rich tapestry of personal stories and reflections that bring the text to life.
They discuss various types of alcoholics described in the book, touching on how these classifications resonate with their own experiences. The guest shares his journey through the stages of alcoholism, highlighting how depression and anxiety were intertwined with his drinking habits. The discussion takes a spiritual turn as they explore how recovery has transformed their lives, offering them tools to deal with life's challenges in ways they never imagined.
With humour and raw honesty, Agent X and his guest examine the concept of 'defects of character', debating whether these are inherently negative or simply part of the human experience. They also delve into the idea of trust in a higher power, discussing how this trust evolves from hope to faith to an almost irresponsible level of confidence in their spiritual path.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of alcoholism and recovery, blending humour with profound insights to create an engaging and enlightening experience. Don't miss out on this heartfelt conversation that could change your perspective on sobriety.