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Saturday – Ep: 471 – More about Alcoholism – Pages 33-7 – A man called Jim and the Jaywalker – Powerful description of the insanity of alcoholism – No human power can relieve it!
Saturday – Ep: 471 – More about Alcoholism – Pages 33-7 – A man called Jim and the Jaywalker – Powerful description of the insanity of alcoholism – No human power can relieve it!
Saturday – Ep: 471 – More about Alcoholism – Pages 33-7 – A man called Jim and the Jaywalker – Powerful description of the insanity of alcoholism – No human power can relieve it!
Thursday 5th October 2023
Dr. Mike examines the insanity of alcoholism with Jim's story and the jaywalker analogy, showing why self-control often fails.
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Get the buttons here!The Madness of Alcoholism: Jim's Story and the Jaywalker Analogy
Episode Overview
- The episode opens with a powerful prayer, setting the tone for the insightful exploration of alcoholism.
- An in-depth analysis of a man named Jim's tragic journey illustrates the delusion of control in alcoholism.
- Drawing parallels with the absurdity of jaywalking, the podcast highlights the relentless and uncontrollable nature of alcoholism.
- Emphasizes the futility of relying on self-knowledge and human power to combat the grips of alcoholism.
We who have been through the wringer have to admit if we substituted alcohol for jaywalking, the illustration would fit us exactly. However intelligent we may have been in other aspects, where alcohol has been involved, we've been strangely insane.
Imagine thinking you could outsmart your addiction, only to find yourself in deeper trouble. In this episode of 'Experience The Big Book', Dr. Mike takes us through pages 33-37, offering a vivid look at the insanity of alcoholism. He starts with a heartfelt prayer, setting a reflective tone for the discussion. Dr. Mike shares the story of Jim, a man whose belief that he could control his drinking led to tragic outcomes.
This episode doesn't just tell Jim's story; it draws a powerful comparison to the irrational behavior of a jaywalker who repeatedly puts himself in danger, believing each time will be different. Through these stories, Dr. Mike emphasizes how self-knowledge and human effort alone are often not enough to break free from alcoholism's grip.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the relentless and deceptive nature of addiction, and why relying on a higher power can be crucial in the journey to recovery.