Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
562: Big Book Study: Working with others
562: Big Book Study: Working with others
562: Big Book Study: Working with others
Wednesday 13th August 2025
Explore practical advice on working with others in AA, featuring insights from Tom Conrad and Erik on sponsorship and recovery.
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Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
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Episode Overview
- Practical experience is crucial for effective sponsorship.
- Helping others can ensure immunity from drinking.
- Use everyday language and personal stories to connect.
- Self-sacrifice and unselfish action are key in recovery.
- Be patient; not everyone is ready for sobriety immediately.
"Nothing will so much ensure immunity from drinking as intensive work with alcoholics".
In the engaging episode titled 'Big Book Study: Working with Others' from Real Recovery Talk, host Tom Conrad and guest Erik delve into the practicalities of sponsorship as outlined in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. This isn't just theory, but rather a guide based on real experiences from the first 100 members of AA. Erik breaks down Chapter 7, highlighting the importance of practical experience over mere attendance at meetings.
The episode emphasises that working intensively with other alcoholics can be a powerful tool for maintaining sobriety. Tom, who speaks from his own journey of recovery, and Erik discuss the nuances of helping others through their addiction struggles. They share that communication skills are vital when supporting fellow alcoholics and caution against being heavy-handed or preachy. Instead, they suggest using everyday language and personal anecdotes to connect genuinely with those seeking help.
Listeners will find valuable advice on how to approach potential AA prospects, emphasising the importance of patience and understanding that not everyone is ready to embrace sobriety immediately. The discussion also touches on the significance of self-sacrifice and unselfish action in recovery, reminding you that faith alone isn't enough – it must be accompanied by constructive action.
With humour and sincerity, Tom and Erik explore how a fellowship can grow around you as you work through the 12 steps and help others do the same. They stress that helping others is not just beneficial for them but also crucial for your own recovery journey. So, if you're curious about how to effectively work with others in recovery or looking for inspiration on your path to sobriety, this episode offers a wealth of practical advice and heartfelt encouragement.