Join Joe McDonald as he explores the importance of building a circle of support in Steps 8 and 9 of Alcoholics Anonymous. Joe emphasizes the significance of seeking both human advice and spiritual guidance by asking God for help when taking drastic steps in making amends. He reminds us that recovery involves summoning a higher power, and through this process, we find the strength to face even the toughest situations.

In Alcoholics Anonymous, the Big Book advises consulting others and asking for divine assistance when the task at hand seems overwhelming. Joe speaks about the personal experience of feeling as if there’s a wrong that cannot be made right, particularly when financial matters were involved during addiction. Yet, with the right support system and spiritual connection, even the hardest chal ...