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That's NOT in the book!

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  • S4 E5 Into Action with Nascar Girl

S4 E5 Into Action with Nascar Girl

Sunday 25th February 2024

Agent X and NASCAR Girl discuss Step 9, sponsorship, and the importance of Big Book literacy in AA recovery. A must-listen for anyone on the path to sobriety.
61 minutes
Informative
Honest
Supportive
Engaging
Raw

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That's NOT in the book!
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Agent X
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Recovery with AA
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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The Power of Sponsorship and Amends: NASCAR Girl's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Step 9 focuses on making amends to those harmed by your alcoholism.
  • Sponsorship plays a crucial role in guiding new members through recovery.
  • Big Book literacy is essential for understanding AA's true teachings.
  • Misleading advice in AA groups can hinder recovery efforts.
  • Sharing personal stories helps others relate and find hope.
The spiritual awakening is a deep-seated in your heart realisation that you are a bit fucked up, you know, and these things are within me.
In this engaging episode of 'That's NOT in the book!', Agent X teams up with NASCAR Girl to dive deep into the heart of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the Big Book. This episode focuses on the importance of Step 9 (Amends), the significance of sponsorship, and how AA meetings can offer a lifeline to those struggling with alcoholism. NASCAR Girl shares her raw and unfiltered journey through recovery, providing a candid look at the ups and downs of staying sober.
She talks about her initial resistance to taking responsibility and how a pivotal moment with her sponsor changed her perspective entirely. Agent X and NASCAR Girl also discuss the misconceptions and misleading advice often found in AA support groups, stressing the importance of Big Book literacy and staying true to its teachings. The conversation is filled with humorous anecdotes and heartfelt moments, making it both informative and relatable.
Whether you're new to AA or have been in the programme for years, this episode offers valuable insights into the practical steps and emotional challenges of recovery. Don't miss out on this powerful discussion that could very well change your approach to sobriety.