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Workshop: Steps 1-3 (Part 3 of 4)
Workshop: Steps 1-3 (Part 3 of 4)
Workshop: Steps 1-3 (Part 3 of 4)
Friday 2nd May 2025
Angie P shares her journey through AA's steps 1-3 with humour and honesty, exploring powerlessness and finding a higher power through service.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding powerlessness is key to the first step.
- Service work can aid in connecting with others and finding purpose.
- Willingness is crucial for personal growth in AA.
- Finding a higher power can be a gradual process.
- Community support plays a vital role in recovery.
I never asked for the ingredients in whiskey, but in AA I wanted to know everything before doing anything.
In this episode of Sober Cast, Angie P from Cincinnati shares her journey through the first three steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering a raw and honest look at her struggles and triumphs. Angie takes us back to 2013, recounting an AA workshop where she grappled with the concept of powerlessness and the elusive idea of a higher power.
With humour and sincerity, Angie narrates her experiences of service work in AA, from folding chairs to making coffee, highlighting how these seemingly mundane tasks helped her connect with others and find a sense of belonging. Her candid stories about family dynamics and personal challenges paint a vivid picture of the transformative power of AA's steps. Angie’s reflections are both relatable and inspiring, as she discusses how willingness and service work played pivotal roles in her recovery.
She candidly shares how her initial scepticism about AA's teachings slowly evolved into acceptance and belief in a higher power. Her anecdotes about attending meetings, interacting with sponsors, and even going on 12-step calls bring to life the practical aspects of AA. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of Angie's path to sobriety, filled with laughter, challenges, and moments of clarity.
Whether you're new to AA or have been on the journey for years, Angie’s story offers insights that can resonate deeply with anyone facing similar struggles. Her humour and honesty make this episode not only informative but also entertaining. If you’re curious about how service work can aid in recovery or want to hear a story of perseverance and growth, this episode is a must-listen.
Angie’s journey is a testament to the power of community and the importance of taking small steps towards change. Are you ready to fold some chairs and discover your own path?