Tradition 8 – Episode 83Tradition 8 – Episode 83
The Recovery Show » Finding serenity through 12 step recovery in Al-Anon – a podcast
Do you find yourself looking for the “experts” in your meetings? Do you sometimes feel like you have nothing to offer? We talk about Tradition 8, which states “Al-Anon Twelfth Step work should remain forever non-professional,
1:11:06•5 Aug 2014
Al-Anon's Tradition 8: Embracing Equality in Recovery
“When we look at people as an expert, we look at people as perfect, you know that can be a problem for us, obviously, when you know if they fail us, if they, if they fail to be perfect, or if they fail us, we maybe- and I can, I think I can speak to becoming a little bit dependent on another person in the program to say to guide me to.”
Ever feel like you need an 'expert' to guide you through your Al-Anon meetings? In this episode of 'The Recovery Show', Spencer and Ruth tackle the essence of Tradition 8, which champions the idea that Al-Anon's twelfth step work should always remain non-professional. They dive into what it means to be part of a fellowship of equals, where everyone’s experience is valued equally.
This conversation sheds light on the benefits and challenges of this approach, making it clear that you don’t need a title or special credentials to make a difference in someone’s recovery journey. Spencer and Ruth also discuss the pitfalls of seeing others as experts and how this mindset can hinder personal growth. They offer practical tips on how to balance personal recovery with service work, emphasizing the importance of sharing your own experiences.
Tune in to discover how embracing equality in recovery can provide you with valuable tools and insights for your own journey.
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