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Workshop: Emotional Sobriety - Joe & Charlie - Part 1 of 2
Workshop: Emotional Sobriety - Joe & Charlie - Part 1 of 2
Workshop: Emotional Sobriety - Joe & Charlie - Part 1 of 2
Tuesday 9th September 2025
Join Joe & Charlie as they explore emotional sobriety in AA's 12 Steps, sharing wisdom on recovery, unity, and service.
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Episode Overview
- Emotional sobriety is crucial for long-term recovery.
- AA's 12 Steps are designed to foster emotional stability.
- Unity and humility are essential within AA groups.
- Avoid engaging in service without a foundation of recovery.
- AA traditions help maintain group harmony.
"To be sober and an emotional basket case is really not very good as far as living is concerned."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Dive into the emotional depths of recovery with Joe & Charlie in this engaging workshop, recorded at the Wilson House in 1990. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom on emotional sobriety, exploring the intricate relationship between AA's 12 Steps and emotional stability. Joe & Charlie, along with John W, bring to life the essence of AA's legacies: recovery, unity, and service.
Through light-hearted banter and serious insights, they unravel the significance of emotional sobriety, arguing that it is the cornerstone of long-term recovery. The workshop highlights how each step of AA not only aids in achieving sobriety but also fosters emotional well-being. You'll hear how the 12 Steps are action-oriented, designed to lead to a spiritual awakening that ensures emotional sobriety.
The trio emphasises the importance of practising humility and unity within AA groups, cautioning against engaging in service without a foundation of recovery. They share anecdotes from AA's history, illustrating how early missteps led to the development of traditions that maintain group harmony and focus on helping those who still suffer. The episode wraps up with reflections on the need for emotional sobriety to avoid slipping back into old habits.
If you're curious about what it takes to maintain emotional stability while staying sober, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. So, what does emotional sobriety mean to you, and how can it shape your path to recovery?