Join Joe McDonald 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 3 AA session, Joe encourages us to get honest with ourselves as we confront the question: are we a “cannot” or a “will not”? He dives into the fears that often hold us back from recovery—whether it’s fear of what others think or fear of failure—and reminds us that our past actions may already have shaped people’s perceptions.

Joe reassures us that none of us have maintained perfect adherence to these principles. Recovery is not about perfection, but about progress and courage in confronting our fears. He stresses the importance of self-reflection and honesty in order to move forward in the 12-step journey. Don’t be discouraged by your imperfections; ins ...