AA History: Sackvilel M from Dublin Ireland got sober in 1947AA History: Sackvilel M from Dublin Ireland got sober in 1947
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Sackvilel M from Dublin Ireland got sober in 1947 and passed away 1979. He was the author of the story in the big book called "The Career Officer". At the time of this speak held in Huston Texas at an unknown time he was sober just over 9 years. He t...
43:48•6 Dec 2020
Sackville M's Journey: Early Days of AA in Ireland
“I've learned the futility and the stupidity of self-pity. That seems to me to be the spirit of AA and I've been learning that virtues which may be only just desirable virtues in a non-alcoholic for me are absolutely necessary frames of thinking.”
What does it take to be one of the pioneers of a movement that changes lives? Sackville M from Dublin, Ireland, knows firsthand. Sobering up in 1947, he became the sixth member of AA in Ireland, and his story is a testament to the transformative power of the program. In this episode of Sober Cast, Sackville recounts his personal journey to sobriety, shedding light on the early days of AA meetings in Dublin.
He opens up about the challenges he faced, including battling self-pity and embracing the crucial third step in his recovery. Sackville also delves into the origins of AA in Ireland and the unexpected support it received from The Catholic Church. His narrative is both inspiring and informative, offering a unique glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of early recovery efforts. Tune in to hear Sackville M's compelling account and gain insights into the roots of AA in Ireland.
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