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 session on Steps 8 & 9, Joe focuses on the emotional damage caused by the alcoholic and the importance of rebuilding relationships. He emphasizes that recovery requires more than just remorse; it involves taking the lead in repairing the damage and offering sincere apologies.

The Big Book illustrates how the alcoholic’s actions have torn through the lives of others like a tornado, leaving broken hearts and turmoil in their wake. In recovery, we begin the reconstruction process by analyzing the past honestly with our loved ones and taking responsibility for the harm we’ve caused. Joe explains how this foundational work in Steps 8 & 9  ...