Matt J
Matt J
Decoding the Big Book - More About Alcoholism
Decoding the Big Book - More About Alcoholism
Decoding the Big Book - More About Alcoholism
Friday 3rd November 2023
Uncover Bill Wilson's insights from the Big Book on why self-knowledge and willpower alone can't conquer alcoholism. Tune in for real-life stories and hope.
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Get the buttons here!Bill Wilson's Lessons: Understanding Alcoholism Through the Big Book
Episode Overview
- Unravel the wisdom from the pages of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, chapter by chapter
- Explore the permanent nature of alcoholism and the inability to return to normal drinking
- Understand the crucial role of a higher power in overcoming alcoholism
- Discover real-life stories and analogies that shed light on the nature of alcoholism
- Support 'Sober Friends' by considering a donation at buymeacoffee.com/soberfriendspod
How can such a lack of proportion and the ability to think straight be called anything else? However intelligent we may have been in other respects, where alcoholism has been involved, we have been strangely insane. It's strong language. Isn't it true?
Ever wondered why self-knowledge and willpower alone aren't enough to beat alcoholism? 'Sober Friends' dives into this tough question by exploring the timeless wisdom of Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous. In this episode, Matt, John, and Steve break down the powerful stories and analogies from the Big Book, revealing why some people who thought they had their drinking under control found themselves back in the grip of addiction.
One gripping tale includes a man who stayed sober for 25 years only to fall back into old habits with just one drink. This episode isn't just about understanding the challenges; it's about finding hope and a path to lasting sobriety. Perfect for anyone on their recovery journey or supporting a loved one, this episode offers relatable stories and profound insights into the permanent nature of alcoholism and the crucial role of a higher power in overcoming it.