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Recovery Radio Network
Big Book George
47:07•26 Aug 2011
George's Journey Through Step 10: A Grateful Alcoholic's Tale
Episode Overview
- Personal inventory is crucial for maintaining sobriety.
- Promptly admitting when you're wrong prevents procrastination.
- A sponsor can provide essential guidance and support.
- Dealing with emotions like resentment and anger is part of the journey.
- Self-restraint helps build stronger relationships and spiritual well-being.
“Lose your terminal uniqueness, you're just another drunk.”
In this heartfelt episode of the Recovery Radio Network, George, a self-described 'grateful alcoholic', takes centre stage to share his journey through Step 10 of the Twelve Step Programme. George's candid storytelling offers a raw and honest look at the importance of personal inventory in maintaining sobriety. He opens up about his early days in recovery, where he often took other people's inventories instead of his own, and the lessons he learned from those missteps.
George emphasises the significance of promptly admitting when we're wrong and how procrastination can be a form of self-sabotage. He also highlights the power of having a sponsor to guide you through this process, sharing anecdotes about his own sponsor's tough love and lasting friendship. Throughout the episode, George discusses the emotional ups and downs that come with sobriety, including dealing with resentment, jealousy, and anger.
He underscores the value of self-restraint and how it has helped him build stronger relationships and maintain his spiritual well-being. George's reflections on Step 10 are both enlightening and relatable, making this episode a must-listen for anyone on their own recovery journey or supporting someone who is. Ready to take an honest look at yourself? This episode might just be the nudge you need.

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