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Chris R., Charlie P., Katie P. London PPBBS 6/26/10 Workshop part 2
Chris R., Charlie P., Katie P. London PPBBS 6/26/10 Workshop part 2
Chris R., Charlie P., Katie P. London PPBBS 6/26/10 Workshop part 2
Saturday 2nd May 2020
Join Chris, Charlie, and Katie at the London AA workshop exploring choices, spiritual paths, and recovery insights from AA's 'secret handshake.'
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Episode Overview
- Alcoholism is described as a form of mental insanity.
- The choice lies in following a spiritual path, not in drinking.
- Importance of progressing through AA steps for recovery.
- Sponsorship helps guide individuals through AA principles.
- Self-knowledge alone is insufficient for sobriety.
Our very lives as ex-problem drinkers depend upon our constant thought of others and how we may help meet their needs.
In this engaging workshop held by the London Primary Purpose group, Chris Schrammer, along with Charlie P. and Katie P., delve into the intricacies of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the journey of recovery. Chris, a recovered alcoholic, begins by addressing the common misconceptions surrounding the nature of choices in alcoholism. He emphasizes that true recovery lies not in choosing whether to drink, but in committing to a spiritual path and working the AA program diligently.
The workshop highlights the crucial understanding that alcoholism is not merely a choice, but a form of mental insanity. This revelation, shared from personal experiences, underscores the importance of step work in AA, particularly Step 3, where individuals turn their will and life over to the care of a higher power as they understand it.
Chris and the hosts discuss the significance of sponsorship in AA, explaining how sponsors guide individuals through the principles laid out in the AA Big Book. They stress that self-knowledge alone is insufficient for achieving sobriety; instead, one must engage in spiritual awakening and consistent work on the AA steps. Through poignant storytelling, Chris recounts moments of personal struggle and realization, illustrating the transformative power of embracing a spiritual path.
He warns against the dangers of self-will and the delusion of self-management, advocating for a life led by spiritual guidance and community support. The workshop serves as a reminder of the continuous journey of recovery, where true liberation from addiction comes from understanding and applying the spiritual principles of AA, rather than relying solely on self-motivation or external aids.
Participants leave with a renewed sense of purpose and clarity on the path to sobriety, equipped with insights on how to support themselves and others within the AA fellowship.