David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others
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Journey 06 - Session 70 - Oct 30 2024
Journey 06 - Session 70 - Oct 30 2024
Journey 06 - Session 70 - Oct 30 2024
Thursday 31st October 2024
Dive into Chapter 8: To Wives of the AA Big Book with insights on spiritual recovery and emotional impacts of alcoholism.
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Episode Overview
- Bill W. wrote Chapter 8 from a female perspective.
- Spiritual malady affects emotional and physical health.
- Sobriety requires psychic change for recovery.
- Discussion of emotional effects on families.
- Personal reflections on past behaviors.
Cling to the thought that in God's hands, the dark past is the greatest possession you have, the key to life and happiness for others.
In this episode, the hosts delve into Chapter 8 of the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book, titled 'To Wives,' which is often overlooked in discussions but holds significant insights for those affected by alcoholism. This chapter is unique because Bill W., one of the founding members of AA, assumed a fictitious female persona to address the wives of alcoholics.
The hosts explore the reasoning behind Bill's decision to write from this perspective, highlighting how Lois Wilson, Bill's wife, was initially interested in writing this chapter, but Bill insisted that the Big Book should be written by alcoholics for alcoholics. Chapter 8 spans 17 pages, longer than other pivotal sections of the Big Book, such as 'How It Works' and 'Bill's Story.' The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding the spiritual malady that accompanies alcoholism, which manifests in emotional symptoms like pride, frustration, self-pity, misunderstanding, and fear.
They discuss how addressing these symptoms is crucial for recovery, which requires a complete psychic change. Throughout the episode, personal stories and reflections are shared, illustrating the profound impact alcoholism has on families and relationships. One host recounts the emotional turmoil experienced by a wife trembling in fear and the desperate hope of parents witnessing their child's descent into addiction. These narratives underscore the necessity of spiritual awakening and the transformative power of the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.
The hosts also highlight the absurdity and emotional rollercoaster experienced by families living with alcoholism, drawing attention to the 'kiss and make up' cycle that often lacks genuine resolution. They stress the importance of both partners in a relationship undergoing significant change to foster recovery. Overall, this episode provides a thought-provoking exploration of Chapter 8, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the emotional and spiritual challenges faced by those affected by alcoholism, and the pathways to recovery.