Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, discussing the importance of honest testimony and following professional advice in Steps 5, 6, & 7. Joe reflects on the common experience of seeking psychiatric help on the path to recovery and the challenges of being truthful and following guidance.

“How many of you saw psychiatric help on the way to recovery? I should see a lot more hands. Yeah, a lot of times you were behind glass. I understand. We’ve spent thousands of dollars for examinations. How many of you have spent a little maybe it wasn’t your money but somebody’s money? So before I go any further did you tell them the whole truth? No. Did you follow their advice? No. We know but few instances where we’ve given these doctors a fair break. We’ve seldom told them the whole truth nor have we followed ...