AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Topic: Steps 1-3 from the New Freedom 12-Step Workshop
Topic: Steps 1-3 from the New Freedom 12-Step Workshop
Topic: Steps 1-3 from the New Freedom 12-Step Workshop
Saturday 22nd August 2020
Join Sober Cast as speakers unpack Steps 1-3 from the New Freedom Workshop, sharing insights on powerlessness, insanity, and faith in recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Steps 1-3: The Foundation of Sobriety Unpacked at New Freedom Workshop
For me, this idea of alcoholics anonymous as home is the place where I belong, and it's what I was missing my whole life.
Ever felt like you're at the end of your rope and don't know where to start? In this episode of Sober Cast, you'll hear from three speakers who break down the crucial first steps in the 12-Step Program. Recorded at the New Freedom 12-Step Workshop in Baltimore, MD, this episode offers a rich tapestry of personal stories and hard-earned wisdom from those who have walked the path to recovery.
Held at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church in 2012, the workshop featured four speaker panels, each focusing on different steps of the Big Book. The first speaker dives into the concept of powerlessness and the insanity that often accompanies addiction. They recount their moment of clarity after physically picking up a drink and realizing the devastating consequences. The raw honesty and vulnerability in their story highlight the importance of admitting powerlessness as a first step toward recovery.
Next, another speaker tackles Step 2, sharing their struggle with accepting the idea of insanity. Initially resistant, they eventually came to understand that recognizing their own irrational behaviors was key to moving forward. Through sponsorship and working the steps, they found a new perspective on their journey. The third speaker focuses on Step 3, emphasizing the transformative power of turning one's will and life over to a higher power.
They discuss the challenges of committing to this step and how finding a sense of community within Alcoholics Anonymous played a crucial role in their long-term sobriety. This episode is a treasure trove of insights into the early stages of recovery. The speakers' experiences underscore the importance of sponsorship, community, and faith.
Whether you're new to the journey or looking for renewed inspiration, this episode offers a compelling look at how the first three steps can set the foundation for a life of sobriety.