Agent X
Agent X
S5 E8 Working with Others with Mrs. No
S5 E8 Working with Others with Mrs. No
S5 E8 Working with Others with Mrs. No
Saturday 17th May 2025
Agent X and Mrs. No discuss sponsorship, spirituality, and recovery in AA with humour and honesty.
54 minutes
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Recovery with AA
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!The Truth About Sponsorship: Guiding Others in AA
Episode Overview
- Sponsorship is about guiding others to find their own path to God.
- A sponsor's power is limited; true change comes from within.
- Ego deflation is necessary for effective sponsorship.
- Recovery involves more than just attending meetings.
- The desire for change must be internal, not imposed.
"The desire to find God must come from within."
In this episode of 'That's NOT in the book!', Agent X teams up with Mrs. No to tackle the art of helping others within Alcoholics Anonymous. They dive into the realities of sponsorship, exploring how much power sponsors truly have and the role of spirituality in recovery. Mrs.
No, with her no-nonsense approach, shares her journey from the first drink at 14 to finding AA at 40, emphasising the importance of internal desire for change rather than relying on external forces. Together, they challenge the notion that sponsors can 'get someone sober', highlighting that it's all about guiding others towards a higher power.
The duo also reflect on the power dynamics in sponsorship, pointing out the ego deflation required to understand one's role as a mere guide rather than a saviour. Their discussion is peppered with anecdotes and light-hearted banter, making for an engaging listen. If you've ever wondered about the true impact of a sponsor or questioned the dynamics of recovery, this episode offers a candid look at what really makes the difference. With Agent X's honest and passionate style, and Mrs.
No's objective perspective, you'll find plenty of food for thought and maybe even a chuckle or two.