Dr Mike

Experience The Big Book

Dr Mike

  • Saturday – Ep: 480 – How it Works Preamble – Part 1 – Page 58 – Are you a cannot or will not? Or a can and will! What makes the difference?

Saturday – Ep: 480 – How it Works Preamble – Part 1 – Page 58 – Are you a cannot or will not? Or a can and will! What makes the difference?

Saturday 11th November 2023

Dr. Mike delves into 'How it Works' from the AA Big Book, focusing on the transformative power of rigorous honesty and spiritual growth in recovery.
31 minutes
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Experience The Big Book
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Dr Mike
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Sobriety Day by Day
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The Power of Honesty: A Journey Through 'How it Works' with Dr. Mike

Episode Overview

  • Thoroughly following the 12-step program and the transformative impact
  • The essential nature of rigorous honesty and the capacity to be honest with oneself
  • The life-changing moment of complete defeat and surrender
  • Reflection on the spiritual nature of recovery and the profound gift of desperation
I saw it when I was completely defeated by the disease. I didn't wake up one day and say, gee, I need to give up and ask God to help me. No. There was a moment when it was all caving in on me. And I was just, I was overwhelmed with defeat. And I didn't choose to surrender, I didn't choose to be defeated, I was. And that was a gift from God.
What does it truly mean to be honest with yourself? Dr. Mike dives into this profound question in this episode of 'Experience The Big Book'. He unpacks the core message of 'How it Works' from the AA Big Book, shedding light on the importance of rigorous honesty in the recovery process. Through heartfelt reflections, Dr. Mike emphasizes the pivotal moment of surrender, where one admits complete defeat and opens up to a power greater than oneself.
This isn't just about following the 12 steps; it's about embracing a spiritual journey that leads to genuine transformation. Dr. Mike's passionate discussion reveals how desperation can be a gift, pushing individuals towards a new way of life filled with hope and healing. Whether you're on your own recovery path or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights into the spiritual essence of sobriety.
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