Dr Mike
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Saturday – Ep: 390 – More about Alcoholism – p 33-35 – Step 1 – Powerless over alcohol – The queer mental twist before the first drink
Saturday – Ep: 390 – More about Alcoholism – p 33-35 – Step 1 – Powerless over alcohol – The queer mental twist before the first drink
Saturday – Ep: 390 – More about Alcoholism – p 33-35 – Step 1 – Powerless over alcohol – The queer mental twist before the first drink
Sunday 4th December 2022
Dr. Mike delves into powerlessness over alcohol, discussing mental struggles before drinking and the need for a spiritual solution.
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Get the buttons here!The Mental Struggle Before the First Drink: Dr. Mike on Powerlessness Over Alcohol
We have a disease that only a spiritual experience can conquer.
What goes through your mind before you take that first drink? In this episode of 'Experience The Big Book', Dr. Mike dives deep into the often misunderstood concept of powerlessness over alcohol. Focusing on the first step of the 12-step recovery program, he unpacks the mental twists and turns that lead to that initial sip and how it spirals into a loss of control. Dr.
Mike emphasizes that alcoholism is not just a physical dependency but a spiritual malady that requires a profound spiritual experience for recovery. He talks about the critical need for humility in the recovery journey and warns against the dangers of taking personal credit for sobriety, which can lead to relapse. To help avoid triggers, Dr. Mike suggests practical steps like writing down potential triggers and keeping them handy.
This episode isn't just about identifying the problem; it's about understanding the deep-seated spiritual issues at play and finding a path to recovery through a higher power. Whether you're struggling with alcoholism yourself or supporting someone who is, Dr. Mike's compassionate and insightful guidance offers a lifeline in the challenging journey towards sobriety.