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Steven R at Monday Night Speaker Meeting 3 year Anniversary in Round Rock, TX 10-28-24
Steven R at Monday Night Speaker Meeting 3 year Anniversary in Round Rock, TX 10-28-24
Steven R at Monday Night Speaker Meeting 3 year Anniversary in Round Rock, TX 10-28-24
Wednesday 29th January 2025
Steven R shares his inspiring journey of sobriety at the Monday Night Speaker Meeting's 3rd anniversary in Round Rock, TX.
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Episode Overview
- Steven R has been sober since January 7th, 2008.
- The Primary Purpose Group in Austin, TX plays a significant role in his recovery.
- He emphasises the importance of making newcomers feel welcome.
- Understanding the first step and finding a sponsor are crucial for recovery.
- Adhering to AA traditions is essential for the group's survival.
Newcomers are not always going to remember what we say, but they're going to remember how we make them feel
Steven Rude, affectionately known as Steven R, takes the stage at the Monday Night Speaker Meeting's 3rd anniversary in Round Rock, TX. Sharing his journey of sobriety since January 7th, 2008, Steven dives into the heart of his recovery story with humour and raw honesty. He emphasises the importance of making newcomers feel welcome and highlights the role of his home group, the Primary Purpose Group, in Austin, TX.
Steven's sponsor, Chad Payne, and the group's line-by-line study of the Big Book have been pivotal in his recovery. He candidly discusses the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the crucial steps that helped him maintain sobriety. From understanding the first step to finding a sponsor and forming a personal relationship with a higher power, Steven lays out the essentials for anyone seeking recovery.
His reflections on tolerance, humility, and the significance of carrying the message to others are both moving and inspiring. Steven's story is filled with anecdotes that many in recovery will find relatable – from his early struggles with alcohol at a young age to his eventual surrender to the AA program. He also touches on the spiritual principles that guide AA groups and the importance of adhering to traditions to ensure the group's survival.
By sharing his experience, strength, and hope, Steven R aims to inspire others on their path to sobriety. This episode is a testament to the power of community and the life-changing impact of Alcoholics Anonymous.