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Greg B – What did we do to start living on a spiritual basis?
Greg B – What did we do to start living on a spiritual basis?
Greg B – What did we do to start living on a spiritual basis?
Wednesday 20th January 2021
Join Greg B as he discusses the role of spirituality in sobriety and shares insights from 44 years in AA.
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Get the buttons here!Greg B Shares His Journey to Positive Spirituality
Episode Overview
- Spirituality is distinct from religion and inherent in all humans.
- AA's 12 steps promote positive spirituality through service.
- Spiritual growth requires continuous effort like climbing a descending escalator.
- Selfish desires can lead to negative spirituality; focus on others fosters positivity.
- Exploring personal drives can aid in understanding one's spiritual journey.
"Spirituality is what we do with our longings, both in terms of handling the pain and the hope they bring us."
SoberQ presents an intriguing episode with Greg B, who shares his journey of living on a spiritual basis after 44 years of sobriety. Greg, a member of AA since the age of 29, brings a wealth of experience to the table as he discusses the distinction between spirituality and religion. He argues that spirituality is an inherent part of being human, a driving force that propels us through life.
Greg reflects on the teachings from Ronald Rollheiser's book, 'Seeking Spirituality', highlighting how spirituality manages our desires and longings, often leading us away from selfish pursuits like alcohol and towards selflessness. Greg explores how the spiritual programme of Alcoholics Anonymous encourages restitution for past wrongs and service to others, fostering a positive spirituality. He compares spiritual growth to climbing a descending escalator – you have to keep moving forward or risk going backward.
Through AA's 12 steps, Greg explains how he and others have embarked on a path of spiritual growth, focusing on service to maintain sobriety. Listeners are invited to ponder their own spiritual journeys, asking themselves what drives them each day. Greg's candid reflections and analogies offer a relatable perspective on spirituality in recovery. Whether you're grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights into living a spiritually fulfilling life.
So, why not take a moment to reflect on your own path and consider the role spirituality plays in it?