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Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA

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  • Topic: Step 3

Topic: Step 3

Wednesday 12th July 2023

Join Ray O'K on Sober Cast as he explores Step 3 of AA, focusing on the decision to surrender to a higher power for lasting recovery.
41 minutes
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Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA
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Step 3: Embracing Change with Ray O'K

Episode Overview

  • Ray O'K passionately shares his personal journey and reflections on Step 3 of Alcoholics Anonymous.
  • He emphasises the fundamental importance of this step and highlights that it's not about joining a religion or donning a distinctive costume.
  • Ray underscores the shift from the decision of whether to drink or not, to the pivotal choice between life and death.
  • He urges new members to embrace the simplicity of Step 3, stressing that it's a small but significant move towards recovery and a life free from the bondage of self.
  • Ray's authentic and heartfelt narrative serves as a beacon of hope and encouragement for anyone seeking a path to spiritual and emotional healing.
It's not about joining a religion or donning a distinctive costume, but rather making a conscious decision to follow the instructions laid out by Alcoholics Anonymous.
Ray O'K takes the stage in this episode of Sober Cast, diving deep into the heart of Step 3 of the Alcoholics Anonymous program. Recorded back in August 1986, Ray's talk is as relevant today as it was then. Known for his engaging speaking style, Ray leads listeners through the pivotal decision to turn one's life and will over to a higher power.
He makes it clear that this step isn't about religion but about making a conscious choice to follow AA's guidance. Through his candid storytelling, Ray highlights the crucial shift from deciding whether to drink to choosing between life and death. His message is simple yet profound: embracing Step 3 is a small but vital move towards recovery.
With his relatable and heartfelt narrative, Ray offers hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with alcoholism, emphasizing that this step is a significant milestone on the path to spiritual and emotional healing.
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