2026-06-09-AA Morning Snippet

2026-06-09-AA Morning Snippet

Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This short AA Morning Snippet offers a calm, structured start to the day for anyone living alcohol-free or supporting someone who is. Alyssa, who identifies openly as an alcoholic, gently guides you through a simple yet meaningful morning routine built around prayer and classic AA reflections.

The episode opens with a moment of silence for suffering and recovering alcoholics and their loved ones, then moves into the Serenity Prayer: "God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference." From there, you’ll hear readings focused on living "one day at a time" and staying grounded in the present as a practical way to stay sober.

A central image in the reflection is that "each day can be like a rose unfurling according to the plan of a power greater than myself." Recovery is compared to gardening: planting in the right place, grooming, nourishing, protecting from disease, and accepting that some "sunflowers" will be more perfect than others. It’s a gentle reminder to be patient with yourself and your process.

The episode also touches on a common AA warning about rationalising: "We Alcoholics are the biggest rationalizers in the world," especially when ego, prestige, and money start to creep back in. Through the story of Dr Bob’s preference for anonymity and a simple gravestone "that says not a word about AA", the reading highlights humility and self-effacement as safeguards for both individuals and the fellowship. It all closes with the Lord’s Prayer, a familiar AA slogan – "Keep coming back.

It works if you work it" – and a simple request: "Dear God, please help me stay sober today." If a quick, grounding ritual sounds helpful, how might a few quiet minutes like this shape the rest of your day?