This week we discuss our fear list and talk about the multiple ways people interpret the fears list/inventory. Some fears we have deeper and more significant, while others seem trivial, no matter what they are, they all impact our lives in many ways. So, sit right back, grab your popcorn and dig right in.
Read MoreEllen talks about her Step 4 and specifically the cause of her resentments while working step 4. Ellen also (in classic form) throws in a few scripture quotes that relate to Step 4. Thanks and “peace”.
Read MoreThis week we get together to share our top 3 resentments just as they laid out in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. We take turns discussing each other’s inventory and as always, we make some really poor jokes at the other’s expense. Such a warm and fuzzy feeling resentment builder.
Read MoreSteve is a trooper and one sick puppy! He grabs the mic with a sniffle and a cough as he drips green goo all over the mic this week for Steve’s Sickasode! So, grab a tissue, chicken soup, and a rusty spoon and dig right in!
Read MoreWe talk about Step 4 of Alcoholics Anonymous this month! Talking about resentments, anger, fear, self-esteem, insecurities, and all the other things that forced Carl to cry in the shower every morning in his first year of sobriety! So, welcome to the beginning of a very revealing month!
Read MoreCarl discusses Step 4 in his minisode this week and covers Russel Brand’s book “Recovery” in Soberpod’s introduction into Step 4. Carl also thanks some people in Falls Church, VA and Simon at Alcholic Ominous Podcast! Thanks for listening!
Read MoreWell the gang is all here! Another Friday night in the books and we are still sober! We talk about sponsorship, Mike Tyson visits the studio, we talk about pigeons, the cult of personality, and many other fun things relating to the life in A.A. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to subscribe! It helps our egos. Really.
Read MoreEllen talks more about Step 3 and she recites the third step prayer. Cupcake also makes an appearance and has a message to offer for sure!
Read MoreSteve, Carl, and Ellen are at it again! Their hijinx land them all in the hotseat this week on Soberpod! Grab your popcorn and watermelons and listen as they talk about their experience with sponsorship as outlined in the book of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Read MoreIn this installment we talk about ‘CONTROL” as it relates to Step 3 of Alcoholics Anonymous. We thought it might help to dig in on this topic a little to better understand the nature of our self-centeredness. Also, we make a lot of dick jokes and cuss a lot in this episode (we apologize in advance).
Read MoreSteve talks about Step 3 in his minisode this week and expresses his understanding of making a decision to progress in the 12 steps as his decision in step 3. Confusing? Maybe… Let him explain.
Read MoreWe explore our interpretations of the meaning of “will” and “life” in step 3 of the 12 steps of alcoholics anonymous. We also cover areas of “self” and “self-centeredness” – Don’t forget to subscribe!
Read MoreCarls minisode on Step 3! Carl discusses the attitude and action of acceptance that Russell Brand talks about in his book “Recovery”. “So, sit right back and will tell a tale, a tale of a fateful trip…”
Read MoreEllen, Steve, Brandon, and Carl gather around the microphones this week to discuss Step 3 of Alcoholics Anonymous (“Made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood Him”) - Each one of us coming to the step from a different point of view, but ultimately the same destination.
Read MoreWhat shall the case be? Ellen discusses her understanding of a Higher Power and how she had to face the statement in the BIG BOOK of “God is everything or else He is nothing.”
Read MoreWE are not sane! Let’s face it! Some of our lives are still very much as crazy as ever, but compared to what we once were it seems much more promising than before we stopped drinking and using. It’s about progress not perfection and Steve, Carl, and Ellen admit some glaring truths about their own recovery in this episode of soberpod! The best soberpod! Stay active. Stay sober. Thanks again fro listening!
Read MoreSteve takes this opportunity to explain that “you are on fire!” and not in that good way that we sometimes hear in the rooms of Alcoholic’s Anonymous. So, sit right back little kiddies as Steve explains his approach to Step 2 among many other things! AND don’t forget to tell him how much you love him on TWITTER @soberpod - He certainly sounds like he needs to hear it!
Read MoreSteve, Ellen, and Carl discuss spirituality and how each has come to understand their own spiritual journey in recovery. They are prompted again from questions from BBA as well as responses from a question proposed on Twitter (again).
Read MoreCarl discusses Step 2 from an agnostic perspective and talks about his experience with coming to terms with the idea of a higher power.
Read MoreWe get together to review and discuss the Twitter prompt: “Do you recall any experiences from your addiction that you would describe as insane?” (see show notes on website for link) - The responses were awesome and we look forward to more the same as we cover the 12 steps this year on soberpod! Thanks again to ArizonaLuna for your generous donation!
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