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Ed M. Fellowship of the Spirit- 2006
Ed M. Fellowship of the Spirit- 2006
Ed M. Fellowship of the Spirit- 2006
Thursday 19th March 2020
Ed Mutum shares his transformative journey with Alcoholics Anonymous at the Fellowship of the Spirit conference in Queens, NY.
77 minutes
hopeful
inspirational
reflective
gratitude
transformative
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- Ed M's sobriety journey began in 1971.
- Forgiveness and community are key themes.
- AA's principles can transform lives.
- Personal growth through spirituality.
- Importance of community support in recovery.
I try to make it my job that wherever I go to leave a piece of my soul with you because that's all I got of any value.
In this episode, Ed Mutum delivers an inspiring talk at the Fellowship of the Spirit conference in Queens, NY, sharing his profound journey of sobriety and recovery. Ed, an alcoholic who hasn't taken a drink since January 5th, 1971, attributes his success to the grace of God, the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), and the power of sponsorship. He emphasizes the transformative power of AA, underscoring how the organization's principles have changed his life.
Ed's narrative is a tapestry of personal growth, forgiveness, and spiritual development. He recounts his early struggles, including a troubled youth marked by an arrest at age 13, and how he eventually found clarity and purpose through AA. He shares poignant anecdotes, such as the impact of a fellow AA member named Hap, and how he learned to forge his own relationship with God, which became a cornerstone of his recovery.
The talk is filled with moments of reflection, especially when Ed discusses the importance of forgiveness. He shares a moving story about how he forgave the man responsible for his father's death, highlighting the power of letting go of resentment and anger. This act of forgiveness not only brought peace to Ed but also exemplified the teachings of AA, which advocate for self-improvement and compassion. Ed's journey is also marked by community support, a theme that permeates his talk.
He expresses gratitude to the conference organizers and attendees, acknowledging the collective effort that makes such gatherings impactful. He hopes that his story leaves listeners with a cleaner heart and a better life, emphasizing the value of leaving a piece of his soul with others. Throughout the speech, Ed's humility and sincerity shine through. He does not claim to be extraordinary but rather credits the kindness and support he received from others as the true catalyst for his transformation.
By sharing his experiences, Ed hopes to inspire others on their paths to sobriety and spiritual growth, encouraging them to embrace forgiveness and community support as vital components of recovery.