Big Book-Working with Others Chapter 7Big Book-Working with Others Chapter 7
Big Book with Karen
Karen explores Chapter 7 of the Big Book, offering practical advice on helping others embrace recovery with patience and understanding.
5:18•18 Mar 2025
Helping Others Embrace Recovery: Karen's Take on Chapter 7
Episode Overview
- Importance of patience and understanding when helping others.
- Encouraging open-mindedness and willingness to try AA.
- Sharing personal experiences to make advice relatable.
- Giving space for people to explore the program at their own pace.
- Emphasising that resistance is a common part of the recovery journey.
“If they want help, they will be open-minded, willing, and honest enough to listen to what you have to say”
Karen takes you on a journey through Chapter 7 of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering practical advice and relatable anecdotes. In this episode, she reads a passage from page 94, focusing on how to help others who might be resistant to the program. Karen shares her own experiences and the wisdom she's gained over the years, making the content both engaging and enlightening. She emphasises the importance of patience and understanding when working with those new to recovery.
By sharing her personal stories, Karen makes the advice from the Big Book feel relevant and accessible. She encourages an open-minded approach and highlights the significance of giving people the space to explore the program at their own pace. If you've ever wondered how to support someone hesitant about AA, this episode offers valuable insights. Karen's friendly and humorous style makes this a must-listen for anyone involved in recovery.
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