We Will Need to Work the Steps [Season 6, Episode 3]

We Will Need to Work the Steps [Season 6, Episode 3]

AA Grapevine's Podcast

Ted C. shares his journey with AA's Step work, emphasizing the ongoing joy and support found in the community.

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Ted C.'s Journey: The Lifelong Impact of AA's Step Work

Episode Overview

  • Ted shares his experiences with AA meetings across the country and highlights the similarities in camaraderie and support
  • He discusses his surrender to AA after realizing that nothing else was working and the immense impact of working the steps in his recovery
  • Ted delves into the ongoing nature of step work in his life and the joy and happiness he finds in attending meetings
Most of the important and astounding things that have happened to me in the last 18 years of sobriety in AA have been slow in coming and impossible to recognize or appreciate until long after they took place.

What happens when you give yourself fully to the process of recovery? In this episode of the AA Grapevine's Podcast, hosts Don and Sam chat with Ted C. from New Jersey about his transformative experiences with Alcoholics Anonymous. Ted opens up about his initial skepticism and how his first sponsor's advice to commit to 90 days in AA changed everything.

He talks about finding a consistent sense of camaraderie and support across various AA meetings nationwide, highlighting the universal spirit of the community. The discussion delves into the immense power of working the Steps, not just as a one-time fix but as an ongoing journey that brings joy and fulfillment. Ted shares how these Steps have become a cornerstone in his life, offering stability and happiness even years into his sobriety.

This episode is a blend of heartfelt anecdotes, practical insights, and reflections on the enduring impact of AA's program. Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for a while, Ted's story offers valuable lessons on the power of commitment and community.

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