Joe and Charlie\26 The Fear InventoryJoe and Charlie\26 The Fear Inventory
Recovery Radio Network
Fourth step fear inventory
22:34•5 May 2009
Facing Fears: Joe and Charlie's Guide to the Fourth Step Fear Inventory
Episode Overview
- Fear can touch every aspect of life and influence decisions.
- Writing down fears helps reveal their true nature.
- Listing fears involves identifying who or what is feared and why.
- Relying on a higher power can help manage and outgrow fears.
- Transforming fear into courage is possible through faith.
“Fear can be used for a worthwhile purpose if it's used right.”
In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Joe and Charlie dive deep into the Fourth Step Fear Inventory, a crucial part of the twelve-step programme. The episode is packed with personal reflections and practical advice on confronting and cataloguing fears. Joe and Charlie emphasise that fear can touch every aspect of our lives, acting as an 'evil and corroding thread' that influences our decisions and relationships.
They explain how writing down fears in a structured way can help reveal their true nature, making them easier to address and overcome. The hosts share their own experiences, highlighting how they initially believed they had few fears, only to discover a myriad of them once they started documenting. The process involves listing who or what is feared, the reasons behind these fears, and how these fears affect one's basic instincts like self-esteem and security.
Joe and Charlie also discuss the importance of relying on a higher power to help manage and eventually outgrow these fears. With a blend of humour and honesty, they illustrate how fear can be as debilitating as resentment but also how it can be transformed through faith and courage. If you're struggling with fear or looking for ways to support someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and practical steps to help you move forward.

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