AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Workshop: Steps 4-7 (Part 2 of 4)
Workshop: Steps 4-7 (Part 2 of 4)
Workshop: Steps 4-7 (Part 2 of 4)
Sunday 10th August 2025
Explore Steps 4-7 in the AA journey with insights from speakers. Discover transformative processes for personal growth and sobriety.
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Episode Overview
- Steps 4-7 are crucial for personal transformation in AA.
- Sharing experiences helps in understanding character defects.
- Honesty and vulnerability are key in the Fifth Step.
- Recovery involves continuous application of the 12 Steps.
- Support from sponsors and community aids in sobriety.
Being willing to do the Fourth Step was huge, as it marked the beginning of turning things over and understanding my part in life situations.
In the second installment of the New Freedom 12-Step Workshop, we delve into the intricacies of Steps 4-7 in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). This podcast episode offers a unique format where each speaker shares their personal journey through these steps, providing listeners with varied perspectives on how these parts of the 12-Step program can lead to profound personal growth and sobriety. Duncan, one of the featured speakers, opens the discussion by reflecting on his own experiences with AA.
His journey began with the realization that happiness and sobriety could coexist, a concept that initially seemed counterintuitive. Duncan emphasizes the importance of the Fourth Step, which involves making a searching and fearless moral inventory of oneself. For him, this step was not just an exercise in self-reflection, but a pivotal moment in acknowledging his role in various life situations and understanding his character defects.
The Fifth Step, which requires admitting one's wrongs to God, oneself, and another person, is highlighted as a crucial process for Duncan. Sharing his personal struggles with a sponsor allowed him to confront deep-seated issues without judgment, fostering a sense of relief and transformation. Emily, Barb, and Winslow further enrich the discussion by sharing their own experiences.
They touch on the continuous nature of Steps 6 and 7, which focus on becoming entirely ready to have one's defects of character removed and humbly asking for their removal. The speakers emphasize that recovery is an ongoing process, requiring daily application of AA principles and the support of a community. Overall, this episode provides a comprehensive look at how Steps 4-7 can be transformative for individuals in recovery.
Through personal anecdotes and shared wisdom, listeners are encouraged to embrace vulnerability, seek support, and remain committed to their sobriety journey. The podcast concludes with a call for questions, offering an interactive element that encourages community engagement and further exploration of the 12-Step program.