Alcoholic Ominous
Alcoholic Ominous
13: God - Do alcoholics need a God of their understanding?
13: God - Do alcoholics need a God of their understanding?
13: God - Do alcoholics need a God of their understanding?
Thursday 18th October 2018
Explore spirituality in recovery with Simon's humorous take on God and higher powers in sobriety.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Financial Health in Recovery
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Exploring the role of spirituality in sobriety.
- Understanding different perspectives on God in AA.
- Finding a personal higher power for recovery.
- Humorous anecdotes about British and Swedish values.
- Encouragement for atheists and agnostics in AA.
Do I now believe or am I even willing to believe that there is a power greater than myself?
This episode of the Alcoholic Ominous Podcast dives into the contentious topic of spirituality in recovery. Simon, the host, tackles the question of whether alcoholics need a God of their understanding. It's a rollercoaster of ideas and anecdotes that are sure to provoke thought and maybe even a chuckle or two. With references ranging from President Trump to Swedish queue-jumpers, Simon uses humour to explore serious issues around faith and sobriety.
Simon candidly shares his journey from a hopeless alcoholic to someone living sober, guided by the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. He discusses the challenges faced by atheists and agnostics in AA, who are often confronted with the notion of a higher power. With wit and sincerity, Simon talks about the importance of finding a spiritual basis for recovery, while making it clear that the definition of a higher power is personal and flexible.
The episode is peppered with anecdotes from Simon's own life, including tales of virtual meetings in Second Life and musings on British values versus Swedish queue-jumping antics. Simon's approach is refreshing; he doesn't shy away from controversy and manages to keep the conversation engaging, even when discussing topics that can be divisive. If you're curious about how spirituality fits into the recovery process, or just want to hear some amusing stories, this episode offers plenty of food for thought.
Whether you’re religious, agnostic, or somewhere in between, Simon’s experiences and reflections might just inspire you to think about your own journey. So why not give it a listen and see what resonates with you?