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Cliff R AA 2006
Cliff R AA 2006
Cliff R AA 2006
Friday 10th September 2021
Cliff R shares his raw and humorous journey through alcoholism and recovery, highlighting the transformative power of AA and the importance of service.
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36 minutes
Honest
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Inspiring
Raw
Transformative
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Episode Overview
- Cliff's struggle with slipping in and out of AA for five years.
- How resentment fuelled his success as a speech coach.
- The pivotal moment when he hit rock bottom.
- The role of service and helping others in maintaining sobriety.
- Reflections on fear, anger, and finding peace through AA.
I lived my whole life with anger and hatred and violence and revenge. And more than anything else, I lived my whole life with fear.
Cliff R's 2006 talk is a heartfelt and often humorous journey through his experiences with alcoholism and recovery. From slipping in and out of AA meetings to finally finding his footing in the programme, Cliff's story is one of resilience and transformation. He candidly shares his struggles, including the toll his drinking took on his family and career, and the eventual bottom he hit that pushed him towards lasting sobriety.
Cliff's anecdotes are both raw and relatable, painting a vivid picture of his chaotic life before recovery and the peace he found after embracing the twelve steps. His tales of building a powerhouse speech team out of sheer resentment and the comedic yet poignant moments with his AA sponsor, Bill Blake, add layers of depth to his narrative. Cliff emphasises the importance of service in AA, sharing how helping others became a cornerstone of his own recovery.
His reflections on love, fear, and the spiritual experiences that marked his journey are both touching and inspiring. If you're looking for a story that blends honesty with humour and offers a glimpse into the transformative power of AA, this episode is a must-listen.