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January 18, 2025 55 mins

Bob D. from Las Vegas, NV speaking at at a Big Book Study Weekend in Adelaide, Australia - August 18th-19th 2012

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Bob shares his journey in Alcoholics Anonymous, emphasizing the need for spiritual growth, humility, and effective sponsorship. He explained that chronic alcoholics suffer from a physical allergy to alcohol and a restless, discontented mind when sober, which drives them to drink again. Recovery requires a profound internal change—a spiritual awakening—beyond intellectual understanding. Bob highlighted that alcoholism stems from a deep yearning for connection, often mistaken for a need for external gratification. He stressed that lasting sobriety depends on surrender, spiritual principles, and consistent action in the AA program.

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