Prayer and Ego and God [Season 7, Episode 17]Prayer and Ego and God [Season 7, Episode 17]
AA Grapevine's Podcast
Yosi S. shares his raw journey from alcoholism to finding new life through AA, touching on prayer, ego, and the importance of community and service.
46:57•14 Oct 2024
From Desperation to Serenity: Yosi's Journey in AA
Episode Overview
- Yosi shares his early struggles with alcoholism and desperation.
- The importance of prayer and redefining one's higher power.
- Differences between home groups and regular meetings.
- Service to others as a key aspect of maintaining sobriety.
- Listener feedback provides a sense of community and shared experience.
“I could smell myself rotting on the inside. I just couldn't stay quit.”
In this episode of AA Grapevine's Podcast, Don and Sam chat with Yosi S. from Sleepy Hollow, New York, who shares his powerful journey from the depths of alcoholism to finding a new life through AA. Yosi opens up about his early struggles, vividly describing how he could smell himself rotting on the inside and the desperation that led him to seek help.
His candid reflections on prayer, ego, and his evolving relationship with a higher power offer a raw and honest look at recovery. The conversation also touches on the importance of home groups, the unique dynamics of AA meetings, and the concept of service to others as a cornerstone of sobriety. Yosi's story is peppered with humour, like his Halloween blackout tale, but it’s his heartfelt insights that truly resonate.
The episode wraps up with listener feedback, providing a sense of community and shared experience. If you’re looking for inspiration, real talk, and a bit of laughter along the way, this episode is a must-listen.
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