Finding Serenity After the Storm
Episode Overview
Pain is crucial for spiritual growth. Step 11 focuses on prayer and meditation. Spiritual progress requires continual effort. Moving from selfishness to selflessness is key. Daily reflections offer insights into recovery.
Pain is the touchstone of all spiritual progress.
Good morning! On this fine Friday, Alyssa welcomes you to another edition of AA Morning Snippets. She kicks things off with a moment of silence for all those affected by alcoholism, followed by the serenity prayer, setting a reflective tone for the day. The episode dives into daily reflections titled 'Serenity After the Storm,' which sheds light on the idea that pain is an integral part of spiritual progress.
Alyssa shares her personal journey through AA, emphasising the transformative power of moving from selfishness to selflessness. The episode also explores the importance of Step 11 in the AA program, focusing on prayer, meditation, and divine guidance. Alyssa candidly discusses how this step has been pivotal in her ongoing spiritual growth, even when other steps have kept her sober. She underscores that real progress requires more than just staying sober—it's about continual spiritual development.
To wrap up, Alyssa recites the Lord's Prayer, reinforcing the episode's theme of seeking strength and guidance through faith. With a heartfelt plea for help in staying sober today, she leaves listeners with a message of hope and encouragement: 'Keep coming back. It works if you work it.' Whether you're just starting your recovery journey or have been on it for years, this episode is a gentle reminder that every day is a new opportunity for growth and reflection.