The Pete Quiñones Show Episode 1263: Effective Organization and Mentoring w/ Paladin YYZ and Stormy Waters
Sep 7, 2025
Paladin YYZ, a friend of the show, explores how the structure of Alcoholics Anonymous can serve as a blueprint for organizing activist groups. He emphasizes the importance of community support and mentorship in recovery. Joining him is Stormy Waters, a managing partner at a venture capital firm, who discusses character development and the significance of having strong role models. They share insights on personal accountability amid societal challenges, highlighting the transformative power of community resilience and the necessity of unity in driving action.
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Surrender After Failed Remedies
- Admit lack of control and accept a vertical transformation that includes surrender to God or higher power.
- Paladin stresses surrender is necessary after repeated failed self-remedies.
Spiritual Anchor For Character Work
- Spiritual surrender anchors character work and service; it isn't optional for sustained change.
- Paladin connects God to ongoing moral alignment and community responsibility.
Test Men By Their Response To Crisis
- Test character by asking how someone will respond to severe crises and insist they be prepared to act.
- Paladin emphasizes readiness and accountability in face of catastrophe.