Steve B. AA speaker

Steve B. AA speaker

Recovery Radio Network

speaking in 1998

HumorousHonestEncouragingSupportiveEngaging

1:06:1510 Aug 2018

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Steve B.: Finding Humour and Hope in Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Humour can be a powerful tool in recovery.
  • Staying connected to the AA community is crucial.
  • Small acts of kindness have a significant impact on sobriety.
  • Recovery is an ongoing process requiring continuous effort.
  • Gratitude towards sponsors and fellowship is essential.
We get so pure in recovery. It's like our halos fall down over our eyes.

In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Steve B. takes the stage as an AA speaker, delivering a powerful and humorous talk about his journey through alcoholism and recovery. Recorded in 1998, Steve's speech is a blend of raw honesty, wit, and poignant reflections that will resonate with anyone familiar with the struggles of addiction.

He opens with a self-deprecating joke about the sobering reality of attending Tupperware parties and PTA meetings instead of the wild escapades that once defined his life. Steve's humour shines through as he recounts tales of biker mamas admiring baby blankets and the absurdity of licking hallucinogenic toads for a high. Yet, beneath the laughs, there's a serious message about the importance of staying connected to the AA community and the perils of forgetting past suffering.

Steve's candidness about his own experiences, including his blackout drinking episodes and the spiritual awakening that led him to sobriety, offers hope and inspiration to those on their own recovery journey. He emphasises the significance of small acts of kindness and the profound impact they can have on one's sobriety.

As he shares anecdotes about potluck dinners with fellow AA members and the transformative power of the twelve steps, Steve reminds us that recovery is a continuous process that requires dedication and support from others. His heartfelt gratitude towards his AA sponsors and the fellowship underscores the collective effort needed to maintain sobriety.

Whether you're new to recovery or have been sober for years, Steve B.'s talk is a compelling reminder of the strength found in community and the humour that can be discovered even in the most challenging times. Don't miss this engaging and insightful episode that combines laughter with life-changing lessons.

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