Brookins B. AA speakerBrookins B. AA speaker
Recovery Radio Network
speaking in 2013
49:59•19 Aug 2013
Brookins B.: A Journey Through Service and Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Service work is crucial for maintaining sobriety.
- The 36 spiritual principles form the foundation of AA.
- Unity and service support recovery.
- Family support, including Al-Anon, plays a significant role.
- Staying sober requires ongoing commitment and participation in meetings.
“Living sober is unnatural. My natural state is to be drunk.”
In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, you'll hear from Brookins B., a dedicated AA speaker who shares his journey with Alcoholics Anonymous. Brookins takes you on a heartfelt trip down memory lane, recounting his experiences from his first encounter with AA to his ongoing commitment to service work. His story is filled with humour, wisdom, and a deep sense of gratitude for the programme that helped him turn his life around.
From the moment he was assigned a sponsor to his realisation that sobriety involves more than just abstaining from alcohol, Brookins' narrative is both engaging and enlightening. He talks about the importance of the 36 spiritual principles that form the foundation of AA, emphasising how unity and service support recovery. You'll also meet his wife, who has been a significant part of his journey, providing support through her involvement in Al-Anon.
Brookins' candid reflections on his past, including his struggles and triumphs, offer a raw and authentic glimpse into the life of someone committed to staying sober one day at a time. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, Brookins' story is sure to inspire and encourage you. Tune in to hear how AA's principles have shaped his life and why he believes that service and unity are crucial for lasting recovery.

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