Blake S – What defects of character did we hesitate to give up?Blake S – What defects of character did we hesitate to give up?
SoberQ
Blake S opens up about his struggles with gluttony and pride during recovery, sharing valuable lessons learned from AA meetings and his journey through Step 6.
4:08•9 Feb 2025
Blake S: Tackling Gluttony and Pride in Recovery
Episode Overview
- Blake discusses his struggles with gluttony and pride during recovery.
- He shares a key lesson about honesty learned in an AA meeting.
- Blake reflects on the impact of his strict upbringing on his character defects.
- He emphasises the importance of sharing experiences rather than giving advice in support groups.
- Blake highlights the ongoing nature of self-improvement in sobriety.
“I learned that in AA at least, honesty is the best policy and forgiveness is almost always assured”
In this episode of the SoberQ podcast, Blake S shares his journey through Step 6 of the 12-step recovery programme. Blake opens up about his struggles with defects of character, particularly gluttony and pride. He provides a candid reflection on how these traits have impacted his life and recovery process. Raised in a strict New Zealand household in the 1950s, Blake learned to protect himself with lies, a habit that didn't serve him well during his drinking days.
He recounts a pivotal moment in his early recovery when he chose honesty over excuses, leading to a profound lesson in the value of honesty within AA meetings. Blake also touches on the challenges of vanity and the importance of sharing experiences rather than giving advice in support groups. His story is a testament to the ongoing journey of self-improvement and the transformative power of the AA programme.
If you're grappling with similar issues or just need a bit of inspiration, Blake's heartfelt account is sure to resonate with you.
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