A Car Salesman's Journey: From Rock Bottom to Spiritual Recovery
Episode Overview
Understanding the true message of the Big Book is crucial for recovery. Service work plays a significant role in maintaining sobriety. The three legacies of AA are essential for long-term recovery. Support from the fellowship can be transformative. Recovery is possible with the right tools and community.
I was not a bad person trying to get good, I was a person who was sick trying to get well
In this episode of 'That's NOT in the book!', Agent X sits down with a car salesman who shares his incredible journey of long-term spiritual recovery. They dive deep into the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, discussing the importance of understanding its true message. The car salesman recounts his harrowing experience of hitting rock bottom, from waking up in jail covered in his own vomit to realising he had no one left to call for help.
His story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, highlighting the transformative power of AA's teachings and the support of the fellowship. You'll hear about the importance of service work, the significance of the three legacies, and how staying connected to the Big Book has been crucial in maintaining sobriety. This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible with the right tools and community.
Tune in for a raw and honest conversation that will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the journey of sobriety.