EPISODE · Sep 22, 2024 · 0 MIN
Position of Neutrality: Reckoning with the Tornado of Alcoholism in Steps 8 & 9 AA
Join Joe McDonald as he delves into the challenging realities faced by those in recovery as they confront the wreckage left by their addiction. In this session, Joe reflects on the powerful metaphor of the alcoholic as a tornado, tearing through the lives of loved ones and causing significant harm.Joe addresses the common misconception that simply staying sober is enough to repair the damage. “Certainly, he must keep sober, for there will be no home if he doesn’t. But he’s yet a long way from making good to the wife or parents whom for years he so shockingly treated.”The discussion focuses on the importance of Steps 8 and 9 in the 12-step recovery process, where making amends is crucial to rebuilding relationships and repairing the devastation caused by addiction. Joe emphasizes that while sobriety is vital, true healing requires acknowledging the harm done and actively working to make things right.Join us as Joe McDonald reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. For more content, please like, comment, and share. Also, join us live every Thursday night at 7 p.m. Arizona time for the full step experience on our YouTube channel.Join us for more inspiring recovery stories and transformative insights.Check out our website at: www.positionofneutrality.orgYouTube:http://www.youtube.com/@positionofneutrality721Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositionOfNeutralitySpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mGbAbcacTs83RhMsv6FmY?si=6531e7adfdbb480eRSS: Position of Neutrality | RSS.comTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@interactivestepexp?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc#PositionOfNeutrality, #JoeMcDonald, #BrianReinhart, #WayneGiles, #EricReinhart, #DeniseMcDonald, #JoeTeaches, #Step8AA, #Step9AA, #BigBookAA, #RecoveryJourney, #AddictionRecovery, #12Steps, #SpiritualAwakening, #InnerPeace, #Healing, #PersonalGrowth, #RecoveryCommunity, #Mindfulness, #Resilience, #OvercomingAddiction, #SpiritualPath, #RecoverySupport, #SobrietyJourney, #HelpingOthers, #AddictsRecovery, #MakingAmends, #FamilyHealing
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Position of Neutrality: Reckoning with the Tornado of Alcoholism in Steps 8 & 9 AA
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