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Joe Hawk Cornhusker Roundup 1992 - part 2
Joe Hawk Cornhusker Roundup 1992 - part 2
Joe Hawk Cornhusker Roundup 1992 - part 2
Friday 10th April 2020
Explore Joe Hawk's insights on the role of spiritual experience and decision-making in overcoming alcoholism in this engaging AA workshop.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the unpredictability of sobriety.
- The ego's trick in convincing oneself about future outcomes.
- Importance of spiritual experience in AA recovery.
- Decision-making as a key aspect of the third step.
- Overcoming prejudices in spiritual beliefs.
Do I believe there's a power that can come between me and booze? And do I need a power that can come between me and alcohol?
In the second part of Joe Hawk's workshop at the Cornhusker Roundup in 1992, he delves into the complexities of alcoholism and the journey toward sobriety. Joe discusses the unpredictable nature of periods of sobriety and how they are often beyond one's control. He emphasizes that, at certain times, there may be no effective mental defense against the urge to drink, highlighting the importance of accepting this uncertainty.
A significant portion of the discussion focuses on the ego's role in sobriety. Joe points out the ego's trick of convincing individuals they know what will happen before taking their next drink, whether it be a negative consequence or a seemingly positive situation. He challenges the notion that positive thinking alone can prevent relapse, emphasizing the need for a power greater than oneself to maintain sobriety.
Joe revisits fundamental principles found in the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) program, particularly the commitment to go to any length for victory over alcohol. He speaks about the importance of the steps in AA, reflecting on personal experiences where decisions were made unconsciously, often leading to isolation. A key theme in this session is the spiritual experience crucial to overcoming alcoholism.
Joe speaks about the necessity of forming a personal relationship with a power greater than oneself, as a mere code of morals or a better philosophy of life is insufficient. This spiritual connection is presented as the cornerstone of recovery. Joe discusses the decision-making process in AA, particularly the third step, which involves choosing to let God be the director of one's life.
He emphasizes the importance of making this decision prior to prayer and overcoming any prejudices against spiritual terms. Ultimately, Joe Hawk's insights offer hope and guidance for those on the path to recovery, encouraging them to embrace spiritual growth and thoughtful decision-making as vital components of their journey.