Join Wayne Giles as he reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. In this Step 1 AA session, Wayne delves into the powerful realization that both the mind and body of the alcoholic are abnormal, a concept that is central to understanding the nature of alcoholism. The Big Book confirms what those of us who have suffered alcoholic torture must accept: that the body of the alcoholic is as abnormal as the mind.

“He confirms what we who have suffered alcoholic torture must believe—that the body of the alcoholic is as quite as abnormal as his mind.”

Wayne reflects on how many of us, upon entering recovery, struggled with the repetitive and frustrating cycle of trying to stop drinking. Despite countless attempts, the inability to stop was not satisfied by simply being told we were maladjusted to life. This session emphasizes that understanding the abnormality of both the mind and body is crucial to grasping why the 12 Steps are necessary for recovery. Without acknowledging this dual abnormality, the cycle of addiction is likely to continue, leaving us trapped in a hopeless state. The Steps offer a solution that addresses both aspects, leading to the psychic change and spiritual awakening required for lasting sobriety.

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Join Wayne Giles as he reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. In this Step 1 AA session, Wayne discusses the critical concept of alcoholism as an allergy of the body, a foundational idea presented in the Big Book. The authors explain that the phenomenon of craving, triggered by alcohol, is unique to chronic alcoholics and does not occur in the average temperate drinker.

“We believe, and so suggested a few years ago, that the action of alcohol on these chronic alcoholics is a manifestation of an allergy. The phenomenon of craving is limited to this class and never occurs in the average temperate drinker.”

Wayne highlights that for these allergic types, alcohol in any form is dangerous. Once the habit is formed, breaking it becomes nearly impossible without a complete psychic change. He reflects on the countless times many of us tried—and failed—to break free from the grip of addiction, only to find ourselves back in the same destructive cycle. This session reinforces the importance of recognizing the nature of alcoholism as both a physical and mental condition, one that requires more than willpower to overcome. It’s through the 12 Steps and a spiritual awakening that recovery becomes possible.

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Join Wayne Giles as he reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. In this Step 1 AA session, Wayne reflects on the repetitive cycle of addiction, where many of us promise ourselves we won’t drink or use again, only to fall back into the same destructive patterns. Whether it’s playing the weekend warrior or bouncing in and out of jail and prison, the cycle continues until something shifts.

“How many times do we do that? ‘I’m not going to drink, I’m not going to do any more meth,’ only to find ourselves repeating the same behavior over and over. Unless this person can experience an entire psychic change, there’s very little hope of recovery.”

Wayne emphasizes that true recovery requires a complete psychic change—a profound shift in how we think, feel, and act. This concept, central to the teachings of the Big Book, underscores the importance of the 12 Steps as a means to achieve this transformation. Without such a change, the cycle of addiction is likely to repeat, leaving little hope for lasting recovery. This session serves as a powerful reminder of the need for a deep spiritual awakening, one that can break the chains of addiction and lead to a life of freedom and purpose.

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Join us as Denise McDonald recounts a powerful wake-up call in the ‘Step 1 Denise Lived Experience Series’. In this episode, Denise shares the moment her sponsor bluntly told her, “I’m going to have to fire you because you’re wasting my time.” Denise was shocked, angry, and didn’t understand how someone could give up on her so easily. As she walked to her car, furious, she realized that maybe her sponsor had a point—she wasn’t participating, wasn’t speaking up in meetings, and wasn’t fully committed to her recovery. This moment of confrontation pushed Denise to reflect on her own effort and sparked the desire to prove her sponsor wrong.

Step 1 of Alcoholics Anonymous is about recognizing our powerlessness, but it also requires us to take action. Denise’s story highlights how tough love and honest feedback can sometimes be the push we need to take recovery seriously and commit to the journey ahead.

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Join Wayne Giles as he reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. In this Step 1 AA session, Wayne highlights the significance of medical testimony in the early days of Alcoholics Anonymous, a time when alcoholism and addiction were not yet recognized as medical conditions. He explains that while doctors typically know more than we do, their testimony is particularly powerful when it aligns with the lived experiences of those in recovery.

“Convincing testimony must surely come from medical men who have had experience with the sufferings of our members and have witnessed our return to health.”

Wayne emphasizes that the authors of the Big Book understood the importance of this “double witness”—the medical community witnessing the transformation of alcoholics and addicts, alongside the personal testimonies of those who have recovered. This dual testimony lends credibility to the program, reinforcing the message that recovery is possible for anyone willing to work the Steps and embrace the principles of AA. The session serves as a reminder that both lived experience and medical insight play crucial roles in the journey to sobriety.

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Join Wayne Giles as he reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. In this Step 1 AA session, Wayne discusses the profound truth that most alcoholics, for reasons still unclear, have lost the power of choice when it comes to drinking. He challenges the common belief in choice, suggesting that perhaps those who have struggled with addiction were chosen for a higher purpose.

“The fact is that most alcoholics, for reasons yet obscure, have lost the power of choice in drink. I don’t know that we ever have a choice anyway. The chosen don’t choose. And we’ve been chosen for some purpose.”

Wayne emphasizes that those who have walked the path of addiction have a unique ability to reach others who may otherwise remain lost. This session serves as a reminder that, despite the pain and struggle, there is a greater purpose at work—a purpose that empowers us to help others find their way to recovery. Through the lens of the Big Book and the 12 Steps, Wayne encourages us to embrace this calling and recognize that our experiences can lead to healing, not just for ourselves but for countless others.

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Join Wayne Giles as he reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. In this Step 1 AA session, Wayne dives into the concept of a psychic change and the realization that human aid alone cannot bring about the transformation needed for recovery. He touches on the importance of moving beyond the alibis and excuses that often accompany a relapse, emphasizing that these rationalizations are weak when faced with the destructive power of alcoholism.

“If you ask him why he started on that last bender, the chances are he will offer you any one of a hundred alibis. Anybody have a bunch of alibis? You know what I mean—excuses like, ‘I lost my job,’ or ‘The old lady left me.’ But in the light of the havoc an alcoholic’s drinking bout causes, these excuses seem pretty weak—ridiculous at times, right?”

Wayne discusses how the Big Book teaches us that these alibis are just that—excuses that distract from the true issue. Real recovery requires a psychic change, a complete transformation of mind and spirit, which is only possible through the principles outlined in the 12 Steps. This session gently foreshadows Step 2, where the need for a power greater than ourselves becomes clear, setting the stage for the spiritual awakening necessary for lasting sobriety.

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Join Wayne Giles as he reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. In this Step 1 AA session, Wayne shares a personal story about the moment he realized the depth of his situation when a judge told him he had forfeited the right to live in society. Reflecting on this life-changing moment, Wayne draws a parallel to the story of the man at the pool of Bethesda, where the Savior asks, “Do you want to get well?”

“After such an approach, take up their beds and walk again. Does that remind you of any other story from a different book? The man at the pool of Bethesda, and the Savior walks up to him and says, ‘Do you want to get well?’”

Wayne emphasizes that recovery is about more than just getting clean—it’s about reclaiming your life and walking a new path, much like the man who was healed by the pool. This session highlights the deep spiritual connection between the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous and timeless stories of redemption and healing, reminding us that we too can pick up our beds and walk into a new life of sobriety and purpose.

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Join us as Denise McDonald reflects on a memorable moment from her early days in recovery in the ‘Step 1 Denise Lived Experience Series’. In this episode, Denise shares her astonishment when a woman she sat next to at her very first AA meeting received a 35-year sobriety chip. Denise couldn’t fathom why anyone would want to stay sober for 35 years, a concept that seemed utterly unbelievable at the time. Yet, for some reason, this woman stayed in her mind, planting a seed of curiosity about what long-term sobriety could really mean.

Step 1 of Alcoholics Anonymous is about admitting powerlessness over alcohol, but it’s also about opening our minds to the possibilities of a life in recovery. Denise’s story highlights how the influence of others on the recovery journey can spark curiosity and inspire change, even when we don’t fully understand it at the time.

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Join Wayne Giles as he reads and expands on the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, offering deeper understanding and practical advice for those on their recovery journey. In this Step 1 AA session, Wayne dives into the concept of a “psychic change,” a critical element in the process of recovery as described by Dr. Carl Jung and echoed throughout the Big Book. A psychic change is a complete rearranging of the mind—a shift from a mindset ruled by the flesh to one ruled by the spirit.

“In Romans 8, it talks about the mind driven by the flesh versus the mind ruled by the spirit. Dr. Jung emphasizes this need for a total transformation—a psychic change—at the end of Chapter 2.”

Wayne explains that this transformation is not something we can achieve on our own. It requires surrendering to a power greater than ourselves, as outlined in the 12 Steps. This psychic change is essential for breaking free from the bondage of self and beginning the journey toward true freedom and sobriety. The Big Book teaches that without this shift in perspective, lasting recovery is nearly impossible.

Through this session, Wayne underscores the importance of accepting that we cannot do it alone and that embracing a new way of thinking—one grounded in spiritual principles—is the key to experiencing the promises of Alcoholics Anonymous. This change is what enables us to move beyond mere abstinence and enter into a life of peace, serenity, and purpose.

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