Random Recovery Reading (The Daily Trudge)

Random Recovery Reading (The Daily Trudge)

What can we learn from those who have battled addiction? This RAW Recovery Daily Trudge instalment follows host Dion as he pulls a random page from the Big Book and turns it into a grounded, funny, and honest chat about Step Five and living a double life as an alcoholic. Before the reading starts, you’ll hear Dion share light-hearted updates about his sobriety chips, a birthday card from his mum, and his plans for an AI-driven puppet show.

There’s humour in there (and a bit of chaos), but it quickly shifts into meaningful recovery talk once page 73 is chosen: “More than most people, the alcoholic leads a double life.” From there, he ties the text directly to his own experience of appearing successful while secretly living in a condemned house, running power into an apartment with an extension cord, and clinging to alcohol despite everything.

He explains how shame, pretending, and constant fear fed his drinking, and why honesty is now non-negotiable. A big chunk of the episode focuses on Step Five – who to share your inventory with, why honesty with doctors and therapists matters, and why family might not be the best choice.

Dion stresses that “a doctor can’t help you if you’re not being honest with them” and highlights that you don’t have to face this alone; sponsors, clergy, therapists, and trusted friends can all play a part.

You’ll also hear him unpack the Step Five promises, from being able to look the world in the eye to feeling genuinely okay with a life without alcohol, alongside a simple reminder about Step Six: willingness is key, and if you’re praying to be willing, you probably already are. If you’ve ever felt like you’re living two lives in recovery or you’re stuck on Step Five, this candid chat might be exactly what you need today.

What would change for you if you were completely honest with just one safe person?