AA Podcast
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Workshop: Working With Others
Workshop: Working With Others
Workshop: Working With Others
Saturday 26th October 2024
Chris S. discusses 'Working with Others' at the 3rd Annual Keeping the Spirit Alive conference, highlighting the importance of practical experience in AA recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Practical experience is crucial for effective recovery work.
- Active engagement and service are key to maintaining sobriety.
- Merely knowing the AA steps intellectually is not enough; one must live them.
- The chapter 'Working with Others' contains vital instructions for helping others.
- True recovery involves ongoing spiritual progress and selfless service.
We need to gain our own experience with this work. Knowing about it is not enough.
In this episode of Sober Cast, Chris S. takes the stage at the 3rd Annual Keeping the Spirit Alive conference to discuss the pivotal chapter 'Working with Others' from the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book. Chris emphasises the crucial difference between theoretical knowledge and practical experience in recovery. He uses an engaging anecdote about two sons - one a plumbing engineer and the other a hands-on contractor - to highlight the importance of real-world experience over mere theoretical understanding.
This analogy sets the tone for the entire talk, driving home the message that practical experience is key to effective recovery work. Chris also shares his frustration with the current state of AA, pointing out that many members focus on their own recovery while neglecting the vital task of helping others. He passionately argues that true recovery comes from active engagement and service, not just from attending meetings and sharing personal stories.
The episode is a wake-up call for those who may be complacent in their recovery journey, urging them to step up and take action. One of the standout moments is when Chris talks about the necessity of having one's own experience with the AA steps in order to effectively guide others. He stresses that merely knowing the steps intellectually is not enough; one must live them to truly help others.
Chris's candid and sometimes humorous delivery makes this episode both engaging and deeply impactful. If you're looking for a straightforward yet powerful reminder of what it takes to maintain sobriety and help others along the way, this episode is a must-listen. Chris's insights are not just theoretical; they are drawn from years of practical experience and a genuine desire to see others succeed in their recovery journeys.