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Workshop: The Big Book and Steps of AA - Part 5 of 6
Workshop: The Big Book and Steps of AA - Part 5 of 6
Workshop: The Big Book and Steps of AA - Part 5 of 6
Thursday 25th September 2025
Explore Bob O's personal journey through AA's Big Book and steps, tackling relationships, vulnerability, and making amends.
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Episode Overview
- The importance of sharing your deepest secrets in AA's fifth step.
- Navigating relationships within AA and understanding the '13th step'.
- The significance of making amends in steps eight and nine.
- How vulnerability leads to spiritual growth.
- The role of a trusted sponsor in recovery.
"It's not the good stuff that's killing you, it's the bad stuff you need to be aware of so God can remove it."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this riveting instalment of the Sober Cast's workshop series, Bob O from Denver continues his exploration of the Big Book and the steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, sharing personal stories and insights from his own recovery journey.
Recorded at Primary Purpose in Camp Hill, PA, this episode dives into the complex dynamics of relationships within AA, particularly focusing on the often-misunderstood '13th step'—a term used to describe inappropriate relationships between long-time members and newcomers. Bob candidly discusses the importance of the fifth step in AA, where members are encouraged to share their deepest secrets with a trusted sponsor or confidant.
He shares a personal anecdote about his own experience with the fifth step, highlighting the unexpected relief and acceptance he felt after revealing his most hidden truths to his sponsor, Don Pritz. Bob's story underscores a key theme: the power of vulnerability and honesty in the path to sobriety. Throughout the episode, Bob also addresses the importance of making amends as part of steps eight and nine.
He recounts his own challenging journey of making amends with his father, a fellow alcoholic, and the profound impact it had on his recovery process. This episode offers a heartfelt and raw perspective on the challenges and triumphs of recovery, shedding light on how understanding and acceptance can pave the way for healing. Listeners will find themselves reflecting on their own journeys as Bob emphasizes the necessity of confronting one's past to build a brighter future.
Are you ready to take that step towards healing?