AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Topic: Steps 6 and 7
Topic: Steps 6 and 7
Topic: Steps 6 and 7
Monday 5th May 2025
Brian N explores AA's Steps 6 & 7, sharing how surrendering control leads to transformation.
55 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Steps 6 and 7 focus on letting go of character defects.
- Trusting a higher power is crucial for transformation.
- Anger can be both useful and harmful.
- Spiritual principles guide recovery.
- Embrace holistic change beyond abstaining from alcohol.
It's the realisation that I am a child of God.
In this episode of Sober Cast, Brian N from Belfast, Ireland shares his reflections on Steps 6 and 7 of the Alcoholics Anonymous programme. Speaking at the Broken Elevator zoom meeting, Brian brings a refreshing blend of humour and wisdom to these pivotal steps. He talks candidly about the spiritual journey involved in letting go of character defects and embracing the notion of being a 'child of God'.
Brian's experiences reveal the transformative power of AA's principles, as he discusses the importance of surrendering control and trusting a higher power. Through personal anecdotes, Brian illustrates how anger can be both a tool and a burden, and how love and kindness can be misused. His storytelling paints a vivid picture of his journey from feeling doomed to finding freedom through AA's spiritual framework. Brian's lively narrative is peppered with analogies and metaphors that make complex concepts accessible and relatable.
The episode is not just about abstaining from alcohol but about embracing a holistic change in mindset and behaviour. If you're curious about the practical application of Steps 6 and 7 or need a reminder of why these steps are crucial, Brian's talk is both enlightening and encouraging. So, why not dive in and explore how these steps could be your bridge to a more fulfilling life?