AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Topic: Lack of Power That Was Our Dilemma
Topic: Lack of Power That Was Our Dilemma
Topic: Lack of Power That Was Our Dilemma
Tuesday 20th January 2026
Donna J shares her powerful story of overcoming addiction and finding strength in sobriety through AA and a higher power.
54 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Donna J's Journey: From Powerlessness to Peace
Episode Overview
- Acknowledging powerlessness can lead to liberation.
- Faith and a higher power are crucial in recovery.
- Sobriety involves continuous personal growth.
- Building healthy relationships starts with oneself.
- Letting go of control is key to finding peace.
"I didn't know how to find the power, so I did absolutely nothing."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Donna J takes the mic in this riveting episode of the Bronx Big Book Study Friday Night Workshop Series. She shares her deeply personal story, revealing the struggles and triumphs of living a sober life for over two decades. Her tale is a rollercoaster of emotions, from the dark days spent in addiction to the miraculous moment when the obsession to drink was lifted.
Donna explores the concept of powerlessness over alcohol, a dilemma faced by many in recovery. She explains how acknowledging a lack of power is not a problem, but rather a tough choice that leads to liberation. With humour and candour, Donna recounts her journey from the party scene of New York City in the '80s to finding solace in Alcoholics Anonymous and a higher power.
Listeners will find inspiration in Donna's account of how her life transformed when she stopped trying to control everything and started trusting in something greater than herself. She candidly discusses the ongoing challenges she faces, like quitting smoking, and how her faith and willingness to change have been key in overcoming them. This episode is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the transformative power of recovery.
Are you ready to explore what letting go of control could do for your own journey?