AA Podcast
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Topic: The AA Member and Pain Medication
Topic: The AA Member and Pain Medication
Topic: The AA Member and Pain Medication
Sunday 13th April 2025
Chris S discusses the challenges of managing pain medication while maintaining sobriety in this engaging AA workshop.
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Get the buttons here!Managing Pain Medication in AA: Chris S Shares His Journey
Episode Overview
- Balance pain management with sobriety.
- Have a trusted person manage your medication.
- Maintain honesty with your sponsor.
- Communicate openly about your medication use.
- Learn from personal experiences to handle future challenges.
We need to be chicken shit careful when we take painkiller medication.
Have you ever wondered how to handle pain medication as a member of Alcoholics Anonymous? Chris S tackles this tricky topic in an engaging and informative workshop from 2008. In this episode, he shares personal stories about his experiences with painkillers, highlighting the delicate balance between managing pain and maintaining sobriety. You'll hear about his battles with appendicitis and a collapsed lung, as well as a gruesome finger injury that tested his resolve to stay off narcotics.
His anecdotes are both humorous and heart-wrenching, providing valuable lessons for anyone in recovery who might face similar challenges. Chris emphasises the importance of having a 'drug advocate' - someone trustworthy to manage your medication if you must take it. He also stresses the need for honesty with your sponsor and constant communication about your medication use. This episode is packed with practical advice and real-life examples that can help anyone in recovery navigate the complexities of pain management.
So, if you're looking for guidance on how to handle painkillers while staying sober, this episode is a must-listen.