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Myers R. FOTS Toronto - 2020 Steps 4-7
Myers R. FOTS Toronto - 2020 Steps 4-7
Myers R. FOTS Toronto - 2020 Steps 4-7
Tuesday 7th July 2020
Myers R. discusses Steps 4-7 at the FOTS conference, highlighting kindness, workshops, and personal growth in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Steps 4-7 are crucial in AA recovery.
- Kindness plays a vital role in community support.
- Long workshops can be physically challenging.
- Historical tapes hold valuable wisdom for newcomers.
- Willingness is a key factor in personal transformation.
Willingness is key to everything that we do.
In the Fellowship of the Spirit conference held in Toronto in 2020, Myers R. delves deeply into the crucial steps 4 through 7 of Alcoholics Anonymous. These steps, pivotal in the journey of recovery, provide individuals with a framework to address resentments, practice forgiveness, and ultimately make amends. Myers emphasizes the importance of kindness within the community, noting how support and encouragement can profoundly impact those on their path to sobriety.
Reflecting on the challenges of long workshops, Myers shares personal anecdotes from his extensive experience in such settings across Europe. He fondly recalls the evolution from cassette tapes to modern digital recordings, highlighting the transformative power these recordings have had on newcomers, enabling them to access wisdom from past conferences and speakers. A particularly poignant theme Myers touches upon is the notion of willingness.
He articulates that willingness is the cornerstone of personal growth, allowing individuals to move beyond mere victimhood and embrace a proactive approach to their recovery journey. He shares anecdotes about his brother Chris, whose impactful yet unconventional approach to delivering talks proved to be a catalyst for change in many lives. Myers R.'s discussion is steeped in gratitude and reflection, shedding light on the emotional and spiritual dimensions of the recovery process.
His insights provide both seasoned attendees and newcomers with valuable perspectives on navigating the complexities of addiction and the path to healing.