Bedevilments… And Other Things

Support the podcast and buy the book!⁠ - Soberpod.com Summary https://chatgpt.com/g/g-9jz6wzkCM-soberpod - Explore Soberpod on ChatGPT! Ask any question about recovery (or not)! In this episode of SoberPod, Carl D discusses his personal struggles with sobriety, particularly the feelings of negativity and depression that can creep back into life after years of recovery. He explores the concept of 'bedevilments' as outlined in the Alcoholics Anonymous literature, which refers to the emotional and spiritual challenges faced by individuals in recovery. Carl emphasizes the importance of recognizing these signs and countering them with spiritual principles derived from the 12 Steps of AA. He provides practical advice for maintaining sobriety and encourages listeners to connect with others in recovery, practice gratitude, and engage in daily self-reflection to combat feelings of isolation and despair.