Position of Neutrality: Beyond Abstinence in Steps 5, 6, & 7 AA
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Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the deeper goals of 12-step recovery beyond mere abstinence. Reflecting on the common misconceptions and the true essence of recovery, Joe challenges us to understand and embrace a sustainable manner of living.
“How many of you were led to believe that the goal of 12-step recovery was abstinence? It’s easy to get led down that path, isn’t it? And we celebrate abstinence, right? They call it continuous sobriety. They put a flag. How many of you remember your last day or days of addiction or whatever what abstinence meant to you? Didn’t seem like a sustainable manner of living, did it? Like you’re looking for shit on the floor, huh?”
Joe’s discussion emphasizes that true recovery is more than just abstinence—it’s about embracing a new way of life and finding a sustainable path to happiness and fulfillment.
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