David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others
David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others
Bonus! David G and David G - Outright Mental Defectives - Step 1 - Feb 24 2024
Bonus! David G and David G - Outright Mental Defectives - Step 1 - Feb 24 2024
Bonus! David G and David G - Outright Mental Defectives - Step 1 - Feb 24 2024
Saturday 24th February 2024
Join David G and David G as they break down the first step of recovery, sharing personal stories and Big Book wisdom to help you embrace powerlessness.
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Episode Overview
- The first step is crucial for building a stable, sober life.
- Understanding addiction as a disease can change your perspective.
- Admitting powerlessness is the foundation for recovery.
- Personal stories make the concept of unmanageability relatable.
- Humour can help navigate the challenges of recovery.
"Unless I can experience an entire psychic change, I'm doomed"
David G and David G bring their dynamic energy to this episode, focusing on the first step of recovery at the CA Outright Mental Defectives group. With decades of sobriety under their belts, these two Davids share their personal experiences and the wisdom they've gained from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. They dive deep into the concept of powerlessness over substances and the unmanageability of life that follows.
The episode is filled with engaging anecdotes, including humorous takes on the challenges of reading Roman numerals and relatable stories of personal struggles and triumphs. They highlight the importance of the first step as the foundation for all subsequent steps in recovery, stressing that true change begins with admitting powerlessness. The hosts also discuss Dr. William Duncan Silkworth's insights on addiction, explaining how understanding addiction as a disease rather than a moral failing can be a game-changer.
Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this journey for years, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to hear about the transformative power of the first step and why it's crucial for building a stable, sober life.