June 11 Gratitude - Transitions Daily Alcohol Recovery Readings PodcastJune 11 Gratitude - Transitions Daily Alcohol Recovery Readings Podcast
Transitions Daily Alcoholics Anonymous Recovery Readings Podcast
Craig M. reads a series of AA-focused daily recovery passages for 11 June, centred on gratitude, faith, and the realities of alcoholism. The readings touch on family obligations, inner peace, and the role of a higher power in building a sober life.
6:15•11 Jun 2026
Gratitude, Faith and Family: June 11 AA Recovery Readings
Episode Overview
- Gratitude is presented as a practical exercise that can replace ego and self-congratulation with love and humility.
- A powerful treatment story highlights the dangers of severe withdrawal and the seriousness of alcoholism.
- Spiritual growth is questioned if it does not include concrete attention to family obligations and behaviour at home.
- AA’s approach keeps spiritual ideas simple while accepting that some organisation is necessary to avoid chaos.
- Faith and a higher power are described as key to removing self-will and finding a deep inner peace that the world cannot take away.
“"I try hard to hold fast to the truth that a full and thankful heart cannot entertain great conceits."”
Curious about how others manage their sobriety journey day by day? This episode from Transitions Daily centres on one powerful theme: gratitude. Read by Craig M. from Denny, Scotland, it strings together classic Alcoholics Anonymous readings that many people in recovery lean on to steady themselves each morning.
You’ll hear Bill W.’s reflections on cultivating a "state of joyful gratitude" and why "a full and thankful heart cannot entertain great conceits." That idea runs through the whole session: focusing on blessings, rather than self-congratulation, can soften ego and open the door to real connection and love.
The episode also shares a vivid story from Alcoholics Anonymous about serious withdrawal, a frantic escape from treatment, and a stark warning from a doctor that another bout of delirium tremens "might not come out" the same way again. It’s a sharp reminder of how serious alcoholism can be, and why many people seek structured help. Family life gets a spotlight too. One Daily Reflections reading questions whether someone can claim a strong spiritual life if they’re ignoring home responsibilities.
It asks plain, uncomfortable questions: do you neglect loved ones’ needs, preach at them, or fail to show change through patience and tolerance? It’s gentle but challenging, nudging you to look at how sobriety shows up in everyday behaviour, not just in meetings.
You’ll also hear about keeping things simple in AA’s spiritual approach while accepting that some organisation is needed to avoid chaos, plus a reminder that faith can "remove whatever self-will has blocked you off" from a higher power.
Short, structured, and steeped in AA tradition, this episode suits anyone who likes concise daily readings, wants a nudge toward gratitude, and is open to reflecting on faith, family, and the peace that "passeth all understanding." Where might gratitude shift your own day?
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