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Workshop: Sponsorship Part 1
Workshop: Sponsorship Part 1
Workshop: Sponsorship Part 1
Sunday 14th May 2023
Explore the art of responsible sponsorship in AA with John Gray and Ed Posey as they share insights from a Dallas workshop.
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Episode Overview
- Effective sponsorship requires responsibility and understanding.
- There's a key difference between 12-stepping and sponsorship.
- Accountability is crucial for both sponsors and sponsees.
- Self-sacrifice and willingness are essential in maintaining sobriety.
- Practising AA principles helps manage life's ups and downs.
To be a sponsor is to be responsible... that guy's life, I mean, it's not my job to get him sober.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? This episode of Sober Cast takes us to a sponsorship workshop in Dallas, Texas, where the focus is on understanding the nuances of responsible sponsorship within Alcoholics Anonymous. The episode opens with John Gray, a recovered alcoholic, sharing his gratitude for the program and its life-saving impact.
He emphasises the difference between 12-stepping and sponsorship, stressing that effective sponsorship isn't about rushing through the steps but about guiding newcomers with responsibility and care. John discusses the importance of being properly armed with the facts about oneself to effectively sponsor others. He shares anecdotes about how practising the principles of AA in all aspects of life leads to smoother sailing, even when challenges arise.
Ed Posey joins the conversation, highlighting the joy and growth that come from watching others recover and rebuild their lives. Throughout the episode, there's a strong emphasis on accountability, both for sponsors and those they sponsor. John and Ed talk about the importance of self-sacrifice and being willing to help at any time, reflecting on the dedication required to maintain sobriety and support others on their journey.
This workshop offers valuable insights into what it means to be an effective sponsor and a responsible member of AA. It's a candid look at the challenges and rewards of sponsorship, reminding us that sobriety is a journey best travelled together. How do you ensure you're practising these principles in your life?