My Best Thinking Got Me HereMy Best Thinking Got Me Here
Alcoholics Alive!
Shank and Wayne discuss the popular AA phrase 'My Best Thinking Got Me Here', exploring its implications on sobriety and the role of spiritual growth.
36:08•28 Oct 2025
Rethinking 'My Best Thinking': Sobriety Insights with Shank and Wayne
Episode Overview
- Questioning the accuracy of 'My Best Thinking Got Me Here'.
- Spiritual growth is key to overcoming resentment and anger.
- Following directions can be crucial when other methods fail.
- 'Hopeless drunkards' need a spiritual awakening for recovery.
- 'Would-be helpers' often stay sober even if others don't.
“"Our best thinking got us doing a lot of crazy stuff. Getting sober wasn't one of them."”
What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? In this episode of Alcoholics Alive!, hosts Shank and Wayne get real about the concept of 'My Best Thinking Got Me Here'. With humour and honesty, they dissect this popular AA phrase, questioning its accuracy and exploring how personal thinking plays into the journey of sobriety. The duo dives into the importance of following directions, as highlighted by an old country doctor, and the role of spiritual growth in overcoming resentment and anger.
They also discuss the notion of being 'hopeless drunkards' and the impact of being a 'would-be helper' in staying sober. Shank and Wayne's lively banter brings light to these serious topics, making it clear that AA is not just a meeting but a way of life. Their candid reflections challenge listeners to rethink their assumptions about recovery and embrace the transformative power of the 12 steps.
So, what do you think – does your best thinking keep you sober or lead you astray?
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