Steps 8 and 9: Stories of Making Amends and Finding Forgiveness
The person I am today is extremely different from the person who walks into these rooms.
How do you face the people you've hurt and ask for forgiveness? Logan, Casey, and Dave tackle this daunting task in a heartfelt episode of Sober Cast. Recorded at the 2013 New Freedom 12 Step Workshop in Middletown, MD, these three speakers open up about their journeys through Steps 8 and 9 of Alcoholics Anonymous. They share the raw emotions and fears that come with making amends, especially to family members and loved ones.
The trio doesn't shy away from discussing the pain and discomfort but also highlight the incredible spiritual growth and transformation they experienced along the way. Their stories underscore the importance of willingness, surrender, and the role of forgiveness in recovery. They also touch on how prayer and a higher power have been crucial in maintaining their sobriety.
This episode is a candid look at the power of the 12 Steps to bring about deep personal change and offers hope to anyone seeking a new way of life.