AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Topic: When Pride Gets In The Way
Topic: When Pride Gets In The Way
Topic: When Pride Gets In The Way
Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Steve B's journey from pride-fueled addiction to recovery highlights the power of vulnerability in this compelling Sober Cast episode.
55 minutes
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Empowering
Hopeful
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Episode Overview
- Steve shares his personal battle with pride and alcoholism, shedding light on the destructive impact of these struggles on his life.
- He reflects on the transformative power of seeking help and embracing vulnerability, emphasizing the importance of the 12-step program in his recovery journey.
- Through insightful anecdotes and heartfelt revelations, Steve highlights the resilience of the human spirit and the hope that recovery and redemption are attainable for everyone.
- His candid narrative serves as a powerful testament to the devastating consequences of letting pride control one's actions and the liberating force of seeking support and embracing personal growth.
- The episode encapsulates the message of hope, resilience, and the possibility of renewal, offering a poignant and inspiring account of Steve's journey to recovery and self-discovery.
I just want to thank you guys. I think time is up, if I'm not mistaken. And, you know, we are all so connected because the thing about it is, the thing that connects us all is that we all have god's dna running through our veins and all of creation has god's dna running through it right so we have to lay down all this other stuff right no matter what color your skin is no matter what your sexuality is all those things have to be laid aside so that we can help one another because that's what we're here for is to help each other and so don't let pride stand in the way of that connect with your god of your understanding connect with each other and be useful right i love you guys.
What happens when pride stands in the way of recovery? In this episode of Sober Cast, Steve B from South Dakota opens up about his battle with pride and alcoholism. Recorded at The Open Lounge meeting, Steve's story is raw and unfiltered, offering a genuine look at how pride can derail one's life. He talks about the moments when his pride kept him from seeking help and how it fueled his addiction.
But it's not all gloom; Steve also shares how embracing vulnerability and following the 12-step program helped him turn his life around. His journey is a powerful reminder that asking for help is not a sign of weakness but a step towards healing. If you're looking for a story that mixes struggle with hope, this episode is for you.