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The Recovery Show » Finding serenity through 12 step recovery in Al-Anon – a podcast
Spencer was a guest on the Sober Speak podcast, with a conversation about Steps 1, 2, and 3 in Al-Anon. Sober Speak has mostly an AA focus, but the host, John M does sometimes invite members of Al-Anon to share their experience, strength, and hope.
1:15:02•28 May 2020
Spencer's Path to Peace: Steps 1, 2, and 3 in Al-Anon
“I understood and accepted my powerlessness, and so I call it my surrender date, because that was The Day that I surrendered my fruitless attempts to control my loved one's drinking.”
What happens when you realize you can't control a loved one's addiction? Spencer knows this feeling all too well. In this episode of The Recovery Show, he takes us through his journey of embracing the first three steps of Al-Anon's 12-step program. Spencer starts by sharing the moment he admitted his powerlessness over alcohol. It wasn't easy, but it was a turning point.
He then talks about finding a power greater than himself, a concept that brought him a sense of relief and hope. Finally, he discusses surrendering to this higher power, which helped him let go of his need to control his loved one's drinking. Throughout the episode, Spencer emphasizes the importance of community and connection in recovery. Isolation, he says, only makes things worse.
He also touches on the role of online meetings and resources, especially during the pandemic, highlighting how these tools have been a lifeline for many. If you're struggling with a loved one's addiction, Spencer's story offers a blend of wisdom and practical advice that could make a difference in your own journey.
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