Sober Speak- Alcoholics Anonymous Recovery Interviews 238- Marty C- Step 1 of Alcoholics Anonymous Deep Dive
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May 6, 2022 AI Snips
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Powerlessness Is The Core Issue
- Powerlessness is the single defining issue in AA and recovery, not the amount or pattern of drinking.
- Qualification hinges on two questions: can you stop when you start and can you stop starting.
Use The Doctor's Opinion As Evidence
- Use the doctor's opinion and Bill's story to give newcomers experiential information about alcoholism.
- Present that information gently until the newcomer acknowledges powerlessness and desperation.
Ask Two Direct Qualification Questions
- Ask newcomers two direct questions to qualify them: can you stop when you start and can you stop starting.
- If they answer No, engage immediately in the first-step work and offer sponsorship and meetings.