Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the practical aspects of seeking guidance and strength in recovery. Reflecting on personal experiences, Joe emphasizes the importance of staying conscious and aware of our actions to make better decisions moving forward.

“We’re not theorizing; these are facts out of our experience. To sum up about sex, we earnestly pray for the right ideal. An ideal isn’t something I’m going to accomplish today; it’s an idea of how I’d like to behave and how I’d like to comport myself going forward. I may or may not be able to make it in the moment that I’m smitten, but if I’ll stay conscious, I’ll make fewer mistakes and become aware of them sooner. For guidance in each questionable situation, for sanity, and for strength to do the right thing, I keep asking. Just b ...