Recovery Crone
Recovery Crone
Al-Anon - Learning to Live Surrounded by Crazy People 1
Al-Anon - Learning to Live Surrounded by Crazy People 1
Al-Anon - Learning to Live Surrounded by Crazy People 1
Tuesday 6th May 2025
Join Fr Tom Weston as he shares humour and wisdom on Al-Anon's tools for living amidst chaos in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Al-Anon provides emotional and spiritual safety.
- It's okay to take what you need from the programme.
- Recognising personal needs amidst chaos is crucial.
- Spiritual awakenings can be uncomfortable but necessary.
- Humour can be a valuable tool in recovery.
"Take what you need and leave the rest" - it's a big programme with lots of ways to do things.
In this episode of the Recovery Crone Podcast, Fr Tom Weston takes listeners on a journey through the sometimes chaotic world of Al-Anon. It's an introduction to the tools, slogans, and concepts that make up the backbone of this support group, designed for those living amidst the whirlwind of addiction. Fr Tom, with his unique blend of humour and sincerity, shares his experiences and insights from over two decades in recovery.
You'll find yourself chuckling at his candid confessions about screaming at televisions and pondering life's absurdities. Fr Tom emphasises the importance of recognising one's own needs amidst the chaos, highlighting how Al-Anon provides a refuge for emotional and spiritual safety. He reminds us that it's perfectly okay to take what you need from the programme and leave the rest behind. His candid reflections serve as a reminder that recovery is a personal journey, filled with ups and downs.
The episode also touches on spiritual awakenings and the notion of being carried from one step to another by a power greater than oneself. Fr Tom's anecdotes about his own experiences, including jumping out of a plane with a parachute, offer a glimpse into the complexities of living a life in recovery. For anyone navigating the unpredictable waters of living with or around addiction, this episode provides both practical advice and comforting reassurance.
It’s an invitation to explore Al-Anon principles and discover how they can be applied to your life. So, why not dive in and see what nuggets of wisdom Fr Tom has to offer?