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Shannon L's avatar

The podcast did not disparage AA for all. I think it made it possible to have another option. As with most things, more than one option may be the answer. AA relies heavily on a "higher power". what if someone doesn't have one?

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Mike Jacobs's avatar

During 36 years of sobriety based on AA principles, I recognize that many times the only higher power l was capable of seeking was the one who is greater than alcohol. For alcohol was truly the power l knew as greater than myself as l reached the end of 30 years of drunken struggles to live life on my terms. At many other times, I can contemplate God, but I'm sure I'm not the only alcoholic who sometimes clung to His most basic manifestation in our lives in a difficult passage. Doorknobs, lightbulbs and medicinal props may work for others, but never did it for me.

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aaron jacob's avatar

My higher power is my obligation to, and desire to be there for, my family.

Higher power isn't God (although it can be for many).

My point being everyone has a higher power they just need to discover it.

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