Om episode
Welcome to the 4th D Podcast's first-anniversary special, where we celebrate our journey toward sobriety from alcoholism. This special episode is released on AA's Founder's Day, marking another year of commitment to sobriety, fellowship, and spiritual development. Jessica M and Marc C, welcome guests Lauren, Joseph R, Justine S, Anastasia, Ben, and Baba, who share their experiences, strength, and hope towards sobriety. The discussion initially centers around the power and challenges of alcoholism, sharing their personal journeys to sobriety, which were marked with ups and downs. Lauren talks about discovering the Alcoholics Anonymous program and shifting her focus from sitting in the problem to living in the solution. She shares how learning from the stories of other alcoholics and finding the solution has saved her from falling back into old habits. Joseph R speaks about the importance of the program's accountability and how it has helped him in his own journey towards sobriety. He emphasizes how the program has helped him become a better person, leading a life beyond his wildest dreams. Justine S shares her interpretation of balance between humility and self-awareness and how it has allowed her to overcome her slip-ups and mistakes. She emphasizes the value of proactively reaching out for support and creating a feedback loop to improve oneself continually. Anastasia emphasizes the importance of a supportive group of people who will cheer and hold you accountable, no matter what. She describes it as a community that walks with you, supporting and challenging you at every step of your journey. Ben shares his struggle with complacency and how it has tempted him to relapse. He warns against the dangers of slipping back into old habits and emphasizes the importance of accountability and being proactive towards step-work. Baba shares his journey towards self-realization and self-awareness. He highlights how the program has helped him gain perspective, overcome cognitive dissonance, and understand his own self and shortcomings. The guests also discuss the temptation to forget the seriousness of the disease during anniversaries and celebrations, and how it can lead to relapse. They share their individual experiences and how they conquered it, relying on the program's principles and fellowship. They wrap up the episode by highlighting their personal experiences, sharing anecdotes, and testimonials of how the program has enriched their lives. The episode is full of wisdom, positivity, and hope. It serves as a testament to the power of the AA program, fellowship, and spiritual development. Tune in to the 4th D Podcast's first anniversary special to hear more about these inspiring journeys of sobriety, strength, and commitment. Keep coming back!