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#193 The Only Requirement (August 30th) - Pat Gillen - Lansdale, PA
#193 The Only Requirement (August 30th) - Pat Gillen - Lansdale, PA
#193 The Only Requirement (August 30th) - Pat Gillen - Lansdale, PA
Monday 30th August 2021
Pat Gillen shares how the Third Tradition's simple requirement helped him find trust and support in AA on the Daily Reflection Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Pat Gillen on Embracing the Third Tradition: A Journey of Trust and Sobriety
I'm grateful that the Third Tradition only requires of me a desire to stop drinking.
What if the only thing you needed to start your journey to sobriety was a genuine desire to stop drinking? In this episode of the Daily Reflection Podcast, Pat Gillen from Lansdale, PA, shares his heartfelt story that revolves around the Third Tradition of Alcoholics Anonymous. The Third Tradition simply requires a desire to stop drinking, and for Pat, this was a game-changer.
He talks about the overwhelming support he found in the Fellowship, where strangers quickly became caring friends, offering hugs and words of encouragement like 'It gets better' and 'One day at a time'. Pat reflects on how he didn't have to make grand promises or pledges; just showing up was enough. He delves into how trust and faith played crucial roles in his recovery journey, and how these elements helped him feel at home in AA meetings.
This episode is perfect for anyone who feels overwhelmed by the idea of quitting drinking or those who need a reminder that they are not alone. Pat's story is a testament to the power of community and the simple yet profound requirement of wanting to change.