M2 THE ROCK || Michael Molthan
MICHAEL MOLTHAN
Chuck C. - AA Speaker - The Prodical Son and the Twelve Steps of Recovery
Chuck C. - AA Speaker - The Prodical Son and the Twelve Steps of Recovery
Chuck C. - AA Speaker - The Prodical Son and the Twelve Steps of Recovery
Sunday 17th August 2025
Join Chuck C. as he shares his transformative journey through the Twelve Steps and the profound impact of Alcoholics Anonymous on his sobriety.
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Episode Overview
- Chuck C.'s 25-year sobriety journey
- The role of choice in seeking help
- Importance of spiritual awakening
- Simplifying the Twelve Steps
- Sobriety as the top priority
The very minute that anything gets more important to an alcoholic than his sobriety, he is on thin ice.
In this heartfelt episode, Chuck C. shares his transformative journey through Alcoholics Anonymous and the Twelve Steps of recovery. Starting with gratitude for the program and its people, Chuck recounts his experiences over 9,450 days of sobriety, attributing his success to the grace of God and the miracle of Alcoholics Anonymous. Chuck opens up about his reluctance to join AA initially, only making the decision when he felt he had no choice left.
His story begins in 1946, when he realized that he had exhausted all other options. He shares vivid memories of his last drunk—a 6,000-mile drive in a blackout—and how this pivotal moment led him to AA. Throughout the episode, Chuck emphasizes the importance of surrendering to the program and letting go of ego, which he describes as a lifelong struggle.
He urges listeners to follow the program's guidance, helping others who still suffer, and maintaining conscious contact with God through prayer and meditation. Chuck reflects on the significance of the Twelve Steps, particularly the first step—admitting powerlessness over alcohol and the unmanageability of life. He cautions against overcomplicating the program, highlighting its simplicity as a key to success. His journey is filled with spiritual awakenings and the realization that sobriety must always be prioritized.
Chuck shares anecdotes and personal insights, inspiring listeners with his unwavering commitment to the principles of AA. The episode concludes with Chuck's conviction that the program is simple, yet profound, urging individuals to embrace its teachings wholeheartedly for lasting recovery.