Joe McDonald
Joe McDonald
Position of Neutrality: Conceding to Your Innermost Self in Step 3 AA
Position of Neutrality: Conceding to Your Innermost Self in Step 3 AA
Position of Neutrality: Conceding to Your Innermost Self in Step 3 AA
Thursday 29th August 2024
Joe McDonald explores the importance of honesty in Step 3 AA, sharing insights from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous.
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Episode Overview
- The importance of conceding to your innermost self in Step 3 AA.
- Honesty is crucial; self-deception hinders recovery.
- Writing your own prayer can help deepen your connection.
- Genuine intent is necessary for the power to follow through.
- Practical advice and personal reflections on sobriety.
You can't do that based on a lie. So if you don't intend to follow through, then you're not going to get any power to follow through
Ever wondered what it truly means to concede to your innermost self? In this episode of 'Position of Neutrality,' Joe McDonald takes you on a heartfelt journey through Step 3 of AA, reading from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. Joe's deep dive into the chapter 'More About Alcoholism' highlights the critical importance of being honest with yourself. He emphasises that without genuine intent, the power to follow through on your recovery journey simply won't manifest.
Joe brings this home with his unique blend of empathy and straightforwardness, making it clear that self-deception is the biggest roadblock to recovery. He encourages you to write your own prayer if that helps you connect more deeply with your inner self, but stresses that honesty is non-negotiable. The episode is filled with personal reflections and practical advice, making it a must-listen for anyone on their path to sobriety.
Whether you're just starting out or have been on this journey for a while, Joe's insights are both relatable and enlightening. So, are you ready to take an honest look at yourself and make that all-important decision? Tune in to find out how you can start living a life true to your innermost self.