Shank and Wayne
Shank and Wayne
Fake It Till You Make It?
Fake It Till You Make It?
Fake It Till You Make It?
Tuesday 30th September 2025
Explore the pros and cons of 'Fake It Till You Make It' with Shank & Wayne. Discover insights into authenticity and true recovery.
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Recovery with AA
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Rethinking 'Fake It Till You Make It': Authenticity in Recovery
Episode Overview
- Challenge the notion of 'Fake It Till You Make It' in recovery.
- Highlight the importance of authenticity and honesty.
- Discuss building a genuine relationship with a higher power.
- Emphasise participation over pretense in AA.
- Reflect on the role of community in supporting sobriety.
"The spiritual life is not a theory. We have to live it."
Ever wondered what it takes to truly embrace a life without alcohol? In the latest episode of 'Alcoholics Alive!', hosts Shank and Wayne tackle the age-old adage, 'Fake It Till You Make It,' a phrase that seems to echo through the halls of Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and beyond. But does it really hold water when it comes to genuine recovery?
Shank and Wayne delve into the concept, questioning whether pretending to believe in the AA programme or a higher power is truly beneficial or if it's just encouraging a double life. The duo brings in 'Living Sober Shrapnel' to discuss the importance of honesty and authenticity in recovery. They explore how 'acting as if' can sometimes be helpful, especially for newcomers who are still finding their footing, but caution against relying on it as a long-term strategy.
After all, they argue, real recovery requires more than surface-level participation; it demands a commitment to living a spiritual life, not just playing the part. Throughout the episode, Shank and Wayne draw on their personal experiences and readings from the 'Big Book' of Alcoholics Anonymous, emphasising the importance of taking real actions towards recovery. They highlight that true freedom from addiction comes from establishing a genuine relationship with a higher power and fully engaging with the AA programme.
As they discuss the concept of 'fake it till you make it', they reflect on the potential pitfalls of this mindset, such as promoting dishonesty and superficial recovery. Instead, they advocate for active participation and seeking counsel from fellow AA members to foster genuine growth and spirituality. So, how do you find your path to sobriety? This episode offers a candid look at the journey of recovery, providing both humour and profound reflections.
Tune in to hear more about the power of honesty, community, and real spiritual action in achieving lasting sobriety.