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Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast

Jody went to AA as a teen because her sister took…

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55:39•1 Apr 2019

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Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast

The Boiled Owl

The Boiled Owl is hosted by Don and Sam, both members of Alcoholics Anonymous who like listening to other alcoholics’ experience, strength, and hope. We both do this often via podcasts and speaker tapes (well, CDs and MP3s) while working or driving. While there are many recordings of speaker meetings, we found locating podcasts a bit more difficult. So…… Rather than just complaining about it (you know we did!), we decided to take action. We both attend a Saturday morning men’s AA meeting and go to coffee afterward. Sometimes it’s just the two of us, though often it’s several more. The conversation there is always wide-ranging and invariably full of recovery. The Boiled Owl is our attempt to recreate the environment of the coffee shop meeting-after-the-meeting. Since it’s not completely ad-hoc, we have to structure it a bit, but soon the flow of conversation takes hold and it then goes where it goes. We start with a little banter, introduce our guest, and then ask them a question about why they’re in AA. This one question kicks off the conversation and we chat for 20-30 minutes. We close the podcast with “Ask the Old-timer,” where a question is posed to Don. For our initial episodes, we made up the question. The goal is for YOU to ask a question! Send us your question via giveahoot@boiledowlaa.org. New episodes are posted on the 1st and 15th of the month.

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Jody's Path: Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Sobriety

“The reason these cliches that we have are cliches is because there's a principle behind them that is so true that it never wears out.”

Ever wondered how someone grapples with the concept of a higher power while trying to quit drinking? In this episode of the Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast, Jody opens up about her winding road to sobriety. Starting with her sister taking her to AA meetings as a teenager, Jody faced numerous challenges, including lingering doubts about the 'God idea'. She shares how these struggles didn't stop her from giving AA another shot at 21 in Norfolk, VA.

Working through the steps twice with different sponsors, Jody found steps 4 and 5 particularly impactful, but it was during steps 8 and 9 that she experienced a profound spiritual shift, especially when making amends with her father. Her story highlights the transformative power of making amends and setting personal boundaries. Jody’s journey, from skepticism to spiritual freedom, is a testament to the importance of persistence and finding a higher power that resonates with you.

Whether you're new to AA or looking for a fresh perspective on recovery, Jody's candid account offers both inspiration and practical insights.

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