Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
553: Big Book Study: Into Action
553: Big Book Study: Into Action
553: Big Book Study: Into Action
Wednesday 23rd July 2025
Dive into Step 5 with Tom Conrad and Erik, exploring how honesty in recovery can lead to transformative change.
31 minutes
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Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
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Recovery Reimagined
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Step 5 involves admitting faults to oneself, God, and another person.
- Honesty is crucial for spiritual growth and recovery.
- Sponsors play a key role in guiding through the steps.
- Holding back information can hinder recovery progress.
- Transformative change requires action and openness.
How free do you want to be? You better get it all out there.
In the ever-engaging world of Real Recovery Talk, Tom Conrad and Erik dive into a crucial chapter from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous titled 'Into Action'. This episode is all about rolling up your sleeves and getting things done. Erik expertly guides listeners through Step 5, which focuses on the importance of admitting one's faults and defects to oneself, to God, and to another human being.
The episode is a detailed exploration of how this step can bring about significant change in one's life, offering a fresh attitude and a new relationship with one's Creator. Tom, a recovering alcoholic and drug addict, uses his own experiences alongside those of others to highlight how taking action can lead to recovery. He shares how important it is to be brutally honest during this step, as it helps in casting out the defects that block us from spiritual growth.
The discussion also touches on the challenges of opening up about personal flaws and the transformative power of doing so. Erik emphasises the need for honesty and how withholding nothing can lead to peace and ease. For anyone wondering why they should listen to this episode, it's simple: it offers practical advice and a supportive community feel. Tom and Erik create an environment where listeners can reflect on their own journey while learning about the steps that lead to recovery.
So, if you're looking for a guide to navigate the complexities of addiction recovery, this episode is a must-listen.