Finding Strength in Sobriety: Love and Spiritual Growth
Episode Overview
Sponsorship can reveal unexpected forms of love and support. Spiritual well-being is prioritised over material wealth in recovery. AA meetings hold immense value for members, sometimes outweighing financial concerns. Daily prayers and reflections offer grounding and guidance. "Keep coming back. It works if you work it."
"Knowing how they felt kept me from drinking more than once."
How do individuals find strength in their journey to sobriety? Alyssa opens this episode of AA Morning Snippets with a moment of silence, acknowledging both the suffering and recovering alcoholics and their loved ones. She shares the serenity prayer, a grounding ritual for many in recovery, reminding us of the courage and wisdom needed to face daily challenges. The episode highlights the transformative power of love and service within the AA community.
Alyssa reflects on her personal journey, where she discovered that sponsorship brought unexpected rewards. Her sponsees' genuine care for her well-being was a form of love that kept her grounded and sober. This love, devoid of greed or anxiety, became a profound gift that the programme offered her. Alyssa also discusses the importance of spiritual condition over material wealth.
An inspiring story of an Australian sheepman demonstrates the lengths individuals will go to attend AA meetings, emphasising the deep value these gatherings hold. His decision to prioritise spiritual growth over financial gain underscores the core principles of AA. Ending with the Lord's Prayer, Alyssa leaves listeners with a powerful reminder: "Keep coming back.
It works if you work it." This episode is a gentle nudge towards embracing the support and love available within the AA community, encouraging everyone to find strength in their spiritual journey.