Step 10
Step 10

ACA Tuesday Zoombox

Carol W. discusses Step 10 of the ACA program, focusing on self-love, therapy, and making amends.

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16:03•17 Oct 2023

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ACA Tuesday Zoombox

Stories of recovery from the effects of growing up in an alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional home. Recorded at the online ACA Tuesday Zoombox meeting and based on the ACA Tuesday Toolbox meeting in Brooklyn, NY. Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families (ACA) is a Twelve Step, Twelve Tradition program of people who meet to share our experience of growing up in an environment where abuse, neglect, and trauma infected us. This affects us today and influences how we deal with all aspects of our lives. We'd love to hear from you - write to us at tuesdayzoombox@gmail.com

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Carol W.'s Step 10: Embracing Self-Love and Recovery

Episode Overview

Carol shares her experience with Step 10 in the ACA program and reflects on the absence of pressure in the recovery journey.
She discusses the challenges of making amends to herself and navigating a stressful job while seeking therapy.
Carol sheds light on the complexities of addressing past trauma and the conflicting advice from her therapist.
Her efforts to heal and find new tools to support her recovery are highlighted, emphasizing the significance of becoming her own loving parent.
Carol's journey through Step 10 offers valuable insights and tools for individuals navigating their own recovery and healing journey.

“Real choice means that we give up control and trust our higher power to provide the love and help we need to live with flexibility. Real choice is a spiritual continuum beginning at denial and leading to self-honesty, humility, wisdom, and finally discernment. Step 10 is part of that continuum of spiritual discernment.”

What does it mean to truly embrace self-love during recovery? In this episode of ACA Tuesday Zoombox, Carol W. opens up about her experiences with Step 10 of the ACA program. Carol’s journey is a heartfelt exploration of making amends with herself, navigating a stressful job, and seeking therapy. She shares the highs and lows of her path, emphasizing the importance of being patient and kind to oneself in the process.

Through candid reflections, Carol discusses the absence of pressure in the ACA program and how it has helped her become her own loving parent. She also talks about the complexities of addressing past trauma and the sometimes conflicting advice from her therapist. Carol’s story is filled with valuable insights and practical tools that can support anyone on their recovery journey.

Whether you're dealing with similar challenges or just looking for some inspiration, this episode offers a relatable and uplifting perspective on healing.

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