apodcastgreaterthanyourself
apodcastgreaterthanyourself
To Wives w/ Agent X, Mrs. Jones and dirtbagsponsor
To Wives w/ Agent X, Mrs. Jones and dirtbagsponsor
To Wives w/ Agent X, Mrs. Jones and dirtbagsponsor
Tuesday 5th April 2022
Join Agent X, Mrs. Jones, and dirtbagsponsor as they dissect the 'To Wives' chapter, discussing non-alcoholic support, feminism in AA, and recovery insights.
Explicit
73 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Authentic
About this podcast
Author:
apodcastgreaterthanyourself
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
128 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Unpacking 'To Wives': Insights on AA Recovery and Support
Just because I have a solution for myself, or the solution that works to alcoholism, doesn't mean that I have any power when it comes to alcoholism in AA.
Have you ever wondered about the role of non-alcoholic support in recovery? This episode of 'A Podcast Greater Than Yourself' dives deep into the 'To Wives' chapter from Alcoholics Anonymous. Agent X and Mrs. Jones are joined by dirtbagsponsor to explore this often misunderstood part of AA literature. The conversation kicks off with a humorous revelation from Agent X about his initial misinterpretation of the chapter's title.
From there, the discussion broadens to cover the vital importance of support from non-alcoholic partners, the influence of feminism within AA literature, and the profound impact of self-sacrifice and unselfishness on the recovery journey. The guests share their personal reflections, bringing a rich tapestry of experiences to the table.
They also touch on the crucial role of Al-Anon in helping families navigate the challenges of living with an alcoholic and underscore the necessity of the 12 Steps in achieving lasting sobriety. The episode doesn't shy away from addressing controversial ideas within AA literature, offering a balanced view that encourages thoughtful reflection. Wrapping up, the hosts emphasize the transformative power of one alcoholic talking to another and the hope that AA instills in its members.
Tune in for an engaging and enlightening discussion that sheds light on the multifaceted nature of recovery and support.