Brendan S – What does the AA program promise?Brendan S – What does the AA program promise?
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Brendan S Home group is Tarro Young At Heart, Newcastle. I was 33 when I got sober and am 4 years sober now.
4:14•17 Nov 2020
Brendan S: The Promise of Sobriety with AA
Episode Overview
- AA promises to remove the obsession to drink.
- Recognising powerlessness over alcohol is crucial.
- Maintaining spiritual condition helps stay sober.
- Step 4 identifies root causes of disturbances.
- AA provides a path to happiness without alcohol.
“"For me, in a nutshell, what AA promises me is that I'll be able to live life sober and be happy under any circumstances."”
Brendan S, a member of the Tarro Young At Heart group in Newcastle, opens up about his journey with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the promises the programme holds. Brendan candidly shares his experiences of battling alcoholism, recounting his 15-year journey in and out of AA before achieving four years of sobriety. He reflects on the baffling obsession to drink that plagued him for years and how AA helped him overcome it.
Brendan describes the AA programme's promise to remove the obsession to drink and build a mental defence against the first drink through its 12-step process. Brendan emphasises the importance of recognising one's powerlessness over alcohol, even when sober, and the need to maintain a fit spiritual condition. Through daily application of the programme's actions, he has found peace and freedom in sobriety.
Brendan shares how Step 4 allows him to identify the root causes of his disturbances, helping him achieve a greater sense of happiness regardless of life's circumstances. With humour and honesty, Brendan illustrates how AA's promises are more than just words in the Big Book – they're a path to living a fulfilling life without alcohol. His story is a testament to the power of AA and its potential to transform lives.
If you're curious about what AA promises or seeking inspiration on your own journey, Brendan's story is sure to resonate. Why not listen to this episode and see what promises await you?
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