Mad Dog Recovery
Mad Dog Recovery
Charlie P. Grace Group 8-26-20
Charlie P. Grace Group 8-26-20
Charlie P. Grace Group 8-26-20
Saturday 29th August 2020
Join Charlie Parker as he shares his journey with Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring sobriety, personal growth, and the power of community support.
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Episode Overview
- Charlie Parker shares his sobriety journey.
- The importance of community in AA.
- Impact of Zoom meetings on AA attendance.
- Exploring the Big Book line by line.
- Encouragement for those struggling in middle sobriety.
The most satisfactory years of our existence lie ahead of us.
In this episode, Charlie Parker, a dedicated member of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), shares his inspiring journey of sobriety and personal growth. Charlie, who has been living in Austin, Texas for over 40 years, is a part of the Primary Purpose Group where members study the Big Book of AA line by line.
He talks passionately about the effectiveness of this method, which might initially sound boring but is in reality a transformative experience that has attracted a large following both in-person and online. Charlie expresses gratitude for being cancer-free after a recent throat surgery, and humorously shares moments from his life with his wife Katie, who has five months more sobriety than he does. This friendly competition is a testament to how alive and well AA is within their household.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the shift to Zoom meetings allowed their group to expand significantly, bringing together people from around the world. Charlie highlights the global reach of their Zoom sessions, which sometimes attract attendees from Europe who stay up late to join. The episode delves into Charlie's experience with AA, emphasizing the emotional and spiritual awakening he experienced through the program.
He recounts his encounter with Chris R., a fellow AA member with an eye patch from Texas, who reignited his passion for the Big Book. Charlie also touches upon the challenges faced by 'middle management' in AA - those who have been in the program for some time but may feel stagnant. He encourages them to re-engage with the teachings and promises that the most satisfactory years lie ahead.
He concludes with a heartfelt message to newcomers, expressing his hope that they become integral parts of the AA community. Through his testimony, Charlie underscores the power of the AA program and the profound changes it can bring to one's life.