AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Topic: The Beginning of a Lifetime Practice
Topic: The Beginning of a Lifetime Practice
Topic: The Beginning of a Lifetime Practice
Thursday 22nd January 2026
Join multiple speakers at the AA South Africa National Convention as they share inspiring stories of recovery and the journey to a lifetime practice.
85 minutes
Inspiring
Authentic
Honest
Hopeful
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Recovery with AA
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Taking personal responsibility is crucial for successful recovery.
- Aligning with a higher power can make life's challenges easier to navigate.
- Gratitude is essential for maintaining sobriety.
- Storytelling plays a significant role in conveying the principles of AA.
- Humour can be a powerful tool in overcoming scepticism and embracing change.
"Sobriety, freedom from alcohol through the teaching and practice of the 12 steps, is the sole purpose of an AA group."
Experience the emotional and inspiring tales of recovery in this episode of Sober Cast, recorded at the 2015 Alcoholics Anonymous South Africa National Convention. With multiple speakers like Sean, Chantal, Morris, and Walter, the episode tackles the theme 'The Beginning of a Lifetime Practice.' Each speaker shares their personal journey through AA, offering a mix of humour, humility, and honesty that is both relatable and enlightening.
Sean kicks things off by discussing the importance of taking responsibility for one's own recovery, emphasising the need for personal involvement in AA rather than relying on others. Chantal compares her recovery journey to a dance, illustrating how aligning with a higher power can make life flow more smoothly. Morris brings a touch of humour while recounting his initial scepticism towards AA and how he eventually embraced it.
Walter closes with reflections on spirituality and gratitude, reminding us that sobriety is not just about abstaining from alcohol but also about living a fulfilling life. This episode offers valuable insights into the challenges and victories faced by those on the path to sobriety. So, if you're curious about what drives someone to seek a life without alcohol, this episode might just have the answers you're looking for.