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Recovery is a spiritual process and step three is when the doors of hope, faith, and trust are opened.  The essence of step three is turning over your will, getting out of the way, and being restored to reality, honesty, and peace of mind.

When working on step three we take a look at how acting on self-will means behaving without any consideration for others, focusing only on what we want and ignoring the needs and feelings of others. While we were busy pursuing these impulses, we mostly left a path of destruction behind us, and we definitely lost touch with our Higher Power.

The exact wording of Step 3 is:

Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him.

Tonight, we talk about Step 3

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Step 2 – Recovered 1253

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Many of us also struggle with the words “power greater than ourselves,” interpreting that language to mean “God” or “organized religion.” However, this is not what that phrase means. Instead, these words typically refer to a mix of things like 12-step recovery groups, supportive friends and family, therapists, therapy groups, etc. For some of us, God and religion enter the mix; for others, not so much.

 

Ultimately, the definition of “power greater than ourselves” depends as much on our personal belief system as anything else. So this step is less about God/religion and more about admitting that help is needed. Step 2 is a realization and an admission that we cannot establish lasting sobriety and recovery on our own. We need help.

 

Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.

The easiest way to work step 2 is to actually begin accepting help. Sometimes this starts with a  sponsor when that person offers to help you work through the steps.

 

Tonight, we talk about Step 2

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Step 1 – Recovered 1252

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The first step in 12 step recovery programs involves more than just admitting that there is a problem. It means breaking through the denial that has kept the person locked in their misery. The individual has to accept that they have been beaten by their addiction. The exact wording of this step is:

We admitted we were powerless over alcohol – that our lives had become unmanageable.

Tonight, we talk about Step 1.

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Popsicle Sticks – Recovered 1250

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Popsicle Sticks is not really a topic but rather a style of meeting here in Southeast Michigan.  Tonight, this show will be presented in the form of a popsicle stick meeting.  

A popsicle stick meeting is a meeting where we let our higher power determine what we need to share.  Here in our virtual studio, we have a can full of popsicle sticks.  Each stick has a recovery topic written on it.  We will take turns, randomly picking a stick and then sharing on that topic that was chosen.

Tonight, we do popsicle sticks

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I first experienced “Popsicle Sticks” at the Thursday Midnight night meeting at the Northwest Alano Club in Wayne Michigan.  At first I hated it, then I got used to it, then it became my favorite meeting.  

Here’s how it goes.
Pick a stick
Announce the topic to all
Share on the topic
Keep the stick
Pass the can

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Popsicle Sticks – Recovered 1248

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Popsicle Sticks is not really a topic but rather a style of meeting here in Southeast Michigan.  Tonight, this show will be presented in the form of a popsicle stick meeting.  

A popsicle stick meeting is a meeting where we let our higher power determine what we need to share.  Here in our virtual studio, we have a can full of popsicle sticks.  Each stick has a recovery topic written on it.  We will take turns, randomly picking a stick and then sharing on that topic that was chosen.

Tonight, we do popsicle sticks

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3:25 To skip the intro

This week, 
Todd, Betsy, Teresa, Lorien, Kimberly, Rebecca, Shelly, Amanda, D&E, Christina, Michelle, Susan, Lori

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Kurt, Misha, Tasha

I first experienced “Popsicle Sticks” at the Thursday Midnight night meeting at the Northwest Alano Club in Wayne Michigan.  At first I hated it, then I got used to it, then it became my favorite meeting.  

Here’s how it goes.
Pick a stick
Announce the topic to all
Share on the topic
Keep the stick
Pass the can

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Fear – Recovered 1246

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When people give up abusing alcohol and drugs it does not mean that their trials in life are over. They are still going to have to deal with the ups and downs of life just like everyone else. The only difference will be that they won’t be hiding from reality through substance abuse. One of the things that people in recovery are almost certain to face is fear. It is unavoidable. Those in recovery are no longer interested in hiding from fear. Their focus is on learning to manage it effectively.

Fear can be defined as a distressing emotion aroused by impending pain or danger. The trigger for this emotion can be real or imaginary, and it may or may not be rational. When people feel fear, they may go into panic mode. This means that are unable to think clearly or make good decisions. It is usual to view fear as a negative emotion, but it can also be highly beneficial, as it helps to keep humans out of danger.

Tonight, we talk about Fear

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People can be afraid of getting better in recovery. This is because so much of their identity has been wrapped up in their addiction. It can be impossible for people to imagine a life where substance abuse is no longer so important. The idea of a person who is happy and sober can be frightening. It can feel like they need to give away their current identity in order to become a stranger. Getting better is undoubtedly a step into the unknown and it does take courage to press forward into sobriety. But it’s worth it.

This week’s topic of
Fear
was inspired by
Chapter 31 – Surrendering the Weapons of Fear
Of Buddy’s book, Powerless But Not Helpless
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So, here is

Verse 31 – Surrendering the Weapons of Fear

The weapons of fear are selfishness, dishonesty, and resentment.
When we start this path, these are the only defenses we possess.

The result is weakness, despair, and death.

As we surrender to this new way of life, we begin to lay down the weapons of fear and pick up the gifts of Love in their place.

We see that our enemy was not the target of our fear.
There is no enemy, only ourselves.

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Artubus O Part 5 – Recovered 1251

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Arbutus O’N. from Brownwood, TX speaking at Cedar River Roundup in Cedar Rapids, IA – May 5th 2002

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Artubus O Part 2 – Recovered 1245

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Arbutus O’N. from Brownwood, TX speaking at the 3rd Anniversary Soberfest in Champaign, IL – October 9th 1993

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The Fellowship – Recovered 1244

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Alcoholics Anonymous refers to the fellowship as their group of people dedicated to a 12-step lifestyle which includes meetings and service work.  It’s not just about the meetings for them, it’s about the gathering of the people in the meetings. People who are there to support you and who need your support.  They will become a valued circle of friendship and fellowship in your recovery.

One of the most important benefits of friendship and fellowship in recovery is the positive support you will receive as you work through the challenges you may face after starting your recovery program. The Fellowship and a sponsor can guide you through the steps that will help you build up a support group of friends, as well as help you identify those unhealthy relationships and behaviors that you will need to avoid going forward.

Tonight, we talk about The Fellowship

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Changing your problem relationships and identifying supportive relationships are critical steps for you now. If you’re new. you may find that you need to set boundaries with former friends so they will no longer negatively influence your behavior. 

This week’s topic of
The Fellowship
was inspired by
Chapter 27 – Everyone is My Teacher
Of Buddy’s book, Powerless But Not Helpless
Get the book at BuddyC.org

So, here is

Verse 27 – Everyone Is My Teacher

Good works leave no trace.
Good plans use no schemes.

Those living sober rescue others and reject no one.
This is called following the light.

We learn from the most unlikely teachers and influence the most unlikely students.

If we are not open-minded as to what we can receive from others, especially those who we feel have nothing to teach us, we will end up utterly lost.

This is essential wisdom.

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Peter M. and Tom N. speaking about pages 25 to 52 of the Big Book Part 7 – Recovered 1243

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Peter M. and Tom N. from Staten Island, NY speaking about pages 25 to 52 of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous at the CPH12 v1 conference in Copenhagen, Denmark – November 22nd 2003

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