AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Topic: Big Book - Page 16
Topic: Big Book - Page 16
Topic: Big Book - Page 16
Wednesday 5th June 2024
Join Hanna W. as she shares her heartfelt journey through sobriety, reflecting on the Big Book and her experiences in AA.
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Episode Overview
- Hanna W. shares her journey through sobriety, starting from her early days in Rochester.
- Emphasises the importance of having a sponsor and being active in service positions within AA.
- Discusses understanding and accepting the first step of AA – admitting powerlessness over alcohol.
- Reflects on her spiritual growth and evolving understanding of AA's steps.
- Shares honest and relatable moments of vulnerability and self-discovery.
I was so terrified I was like I'm not going to fill the time... but I did because I can talk.
In this episode of Sober Cast, you'll hear from Hanna W., who shares her experiences and reflections on a passage from the Big Book (page 16) at the Depth and Weight Speaker Group in Buffalo, New York. Hanna takes you on a journey through her sobriety, starting with her early days in Rochester, New York, and moving through her struggles and triumphs over the years.
Her sobriety date is October 10th, 2011, and she brings a wealth of personal anecdotes that many will find relatable and inspiring. Hanna opens up about her initial fears and uncertainties when she first began speaking at AA meetings. She candidly discusses her journey, including the challenges she faced growing up with alcoholic parents and her own battles with alcohol. Hanna's story is filled with moments of vulnerability, humour, and profound realisations about her own behaviour and mindset.
One of the key highlights of Hanna's talk is her emphasis on the importance of having a sponsor and being active in service positions within AA. She shares how these roles have helped her stay committed to her recovery journey. Additionally, Hanna touches on the significance of understanding and accepting the first step of AA – admitting powerlessness over alcohol. Hanna's narrative is not just about the struggles but also about the growth and self-discovery that come with sobriety.
She reflects on how her understanding of spirituality and the steps of AA has evolved over time. Her honesty about her imperfections and ongoing struggles makes her story incredibly relatable. If you're looking for an authentic and heartfelt account of someone navigating their way through sobriety, Hanna's talk is a must-listen. Her story is a reminder that recovery is a continuous journey filled with ups and downs, but ultimately, it's about finding peace and purpose in a sober life.