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Saturday – Ep: 538 – A vision for You – Pages 153-155 – Fear gripped him. The old insanity of the first drink. With a shiver, he turned away from the bar and walked down the lobby toward the church directory!
Saturday – Ep: 538 – A vision for You – Pages 153-155 – Fear gripped him. The old insanity of the first drink. With a shiver, he turned away from the bar and walked down the lobby toward the church directory!
Saturday – Ep: 538 – A vision for You – Pages 153-155 – Fear gripped him. The old insanity of the first drink. With a shiver, he turned away from the bar and walked down the lobby toward the church directory!
Saturday 29th June 2024
Explore Bill Wilson's transformative journey and the origins of AA's 12 steps in this enlightening episode with Dr. Mike.
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Get the buttons here!The Turning Point: Bill Wilson's Journey to Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Bill Wilson's transformative journey and spiritual awakening.
- The adaptation of Oxford Group principles to create AA's 12 steps.
- The importance of finding a higher power in achieving sobriety.
- Community support as a cornerstone of the recovery process.
- Personal reflections on the ongoing journey of sobriety.
"Fear gripped him. The old insanity of the first drink. With a shiver, he turned away from the bar."
Ever wondered how the first steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) were taken? In this episode of 'Experience The Big Book', Dr. Mike takes you on a captivating journey through pages 153-155 of the AA Big Book. He shares the gripping story of Bill Wilson, one of AA's founders, and his harrowing yet transformative experiences that led to the creation of this life-saving fellowship.
You'll hear about Bill's struggles with alcoholism, his encounter with Ebby Thatcher, and the spiritual awakening that changed everything. Dr. Mike also explores the origins of AA's 12 steps, tracing them back to the Oxford Group's principles and how they were adapted to specifically help alcoholics find a higher power and achieve sobriety. With personal anecdotes and reflections, Dr. Mike highlights the importance of spiritual growth, community support, and the pivotal moments that shaped AA's history.
If you're looking for inspiration, hope, and a deeper understanding of AA's roots, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss out on the powerful message that sobriety and a fulfilling life are within reach.