Join Joe McDonald as he shares the story of Jim, a man who didn’t start drinking until his thirties but quickly lost his business due to alcohol. Jim, once an entrepreneur, found himself taking a job at the car dealership he used to own, a humbling experience. Joe reflects on how Jim’s agitation mirrors the frustrations many of us face when we feel we’re in situations “less than” what we think we deserve. Even though Jim had a few words with his boss, it was nothing serious—just part of the journey of adjusting to a new reality.

In Alcoholics Anonymous, Step 12 focuses on carrying the message and practicing these principles in all our affairs. Joe encourages us to find humility in our own experiences and understand that even when life takes unexpected turns, recovery offers a path of redemption and g ...