Sandy B. Spiritual PrinciplesSandy B. Spiritual Principles
Recovery Radio Network
Sandy B. AA speaker
57:11•25 Mar 2009
Sandy B. on Spiritual Principles in Recovery
Episode Overview
- Find a sponsor to guide you through AA.
- Spirituality can be a cornerstone of recovery.
- Overcoming character defects is essential.
- Humour can play a vital role in healing.
- Surrender and acceptance are key to transformation.
“AA is the world's largest lost and found department, and if there's anything that describes us when we're new is we're lost.”
In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Sandy B. shares his powerful journey of recovery and the spiritual principles that have guided him since he got sober in 1964. Sandy's heartfelt talk is packed with humour, wisdom, and practical advice for anyone new to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or struggling with addiction. He emphasises the importance of finding a sponsor, describing AA as the 'world's largest lost and found department' where the 'half blind are leading the totally blind'.
Sandy dives into how spirituality became a cornerstone of his recovery, offering a candid look at his battles with alcoholism, time in the Marine Corps, and eventual transformation through AA's twelve steps. He also recounts his experiences with character defects and the profound impact of spiritual awakening. With anecdotes about his early days in recovery and reflections on the power of surrender, Sandy's message is both inspiring and relatable.
If you're searching for hope and guidance on your recovery journey, this episode is a must-listen.
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