Journey 07 - Take 12 Steps In 12 Weeks - Step 11 - Aug 15 2025Journey 07 - Take 12 Steps In 12 Weeks - Step 11 - Aug 15 2025
Purpose of this Book - Intensive Big Book Study
David G and friends discuss Step 11, focusing on the role of prayer and meditation in recovery. They share practical advice and personal experiences.
58:30•15 Aug 2025
Step 11: Embracing Prayer and Meditation in Recovery
Episode Overview
- Integrate prayer and meditation into daily routines.
- Use community support for accountability in recovery.
- Seek guidance from a higher power during moments of doubt.
- Start and end your day with spiritual reflection.
- Maintain a disciplined approach to sobriety.
“We are no longer running the show. Humbly saying to ourselves many times each day, thy will be done.”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? This episode of 'Purpose of this Book - Intensive Big Book Study' offers a deep dive into Step 11 of the 12 Steps. With hosts David G and friends, this session is not your typical AA meeting; it's a non-fellowship-specific study that welcomes anyone interested in recovery. The discussion is centred around prayer and meditation as spiritual disciplines, with the goal of improving conscious contact with a higher power.
The hosts share their experiences and practical tips on how to integrate these practices into daily life. You'll hear about the importance of maintaining a disciplined routine, the benefits of starting and ending your day with prayer, and how to handle moments of agitation or doubt by seeking guidance from a higher power. The episode is filled with personal anecdotes, making it relatable for anyone on a recovery journey.
The group also emphasises the importance of community support and accountability, encouraging listeners to find running buddies in recovery to help maintain spiritual discipline. It's a refreshing take on recovery that combines spiritual insights with practical advice. So, how do you plan to incorporate these spiritual disciplines into your life?

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