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Position of Neutrality

PON is a study of the manner of living suggested by the founders of AA which was recorded in the book: Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of how Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered From Alcoholism.

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Position of Neutrality: Embracing Complete Abandon...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/28

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the profound journey of Step 3 AA. In this session, Joe discusses the concept of complete abandon and the importance of embracing a new way of living through the suggested steps.“So it says we ask his protection and care with complete abandon. There went my old ideas over here. Yes. Hopefully. Here are the steps we took which are suggested as a program of recovery. I don’t want to go through all the steps. You’ve

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Position of Neutrality: Embracing Service and...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/27

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the transformative journey of Step 3 AA. In this session, Joe emphasizes the importance of selflessness and service, discussing how to establish oneself on a solid foundation to grow and thrive in recovery.“But if you’re just dealing in general with humans, he said if you love me, feed my sheep. So we serve them all. Anyone anywhere reaches out their hand for help, I want the hand of AA always to be there. For that,

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0:48

Position of Neutrality: Embracing Step 3 AA –...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/27

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the transformative journey of Step 3 AA. In this session, we open with a heartfelt prayer led by Wayne, inviting the power and guidance of a higher force to speak through Joe and empower everyone to take vigorous action towards recovery.“Sean, you’re losing your power around here. Welcome to Position Neutrality. Welcome to New Freedom. We always start every session with a prayer, and Wayne has agreed to do that for

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0:32

Position of Neutrality: Overcoming Prejudices in Step...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/27

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, addressing the common prejudices and misunderstandings that can hinder one’s recovery journey. Joe emphasizes the importance of connecting with a higher power, regardless of past theological or religious experiences.Joe explains, “When I say God, they say… Because we don’t want anyone with prejudice from theological reasons or religious maltreatment to deny themselves the opportunity to source from this power within that we’re

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0:42

Position of Neutrality: Embracing a New Employer in...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/27

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the concept of embracing a new employer in the context of recovery. Reflecting on the transformative power that comes from surrendering control, Joe delves into the spiritual insights that guide individuals through their recovery journey.“The minute I think I had anything to do with it, there I are. Strictly, it doesn’t ever get any easier. So those of you who are biblical, signs and wonders follow us. Those of you

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Position of Neutrality: Embracing Honesty and...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/26

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the crucial elements of Step 3 AA. Reflecting on the importance of honesty and commitment in the recovery process, Joe guides us through the decision-making essential to this step.Joe explains, “So it says if you’ve decided you want what we have and are willing to go to any length to get it, then you’re ready to take certain steps. Lots of promising conditions there, isn’t there? So we need to know what it is they

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0:50

Position of Neutrality: The Illusion of Control in...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/26

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving deep into the transformative principles of Step 3 AA. Reflecting on the nature of selflessness and the illusion of control, Joe emphasizes the importance of focusing on others’ needs to truly find satisfaction and happiness.Joe explains, “Each person is like an actor who wants to run the whole show, forever trying to arrange the lights, the ballet, the scenery, and the rest of the players in his own way. His arrangements

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0:38

Position of Neutrality: Selflessness and the Illusion...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/26

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving deep into the transformative principles of Step 3 AA. Reflecting on the nature of selflessness and the illusion of control, Joe emphasizes the importance of focusing on others’ needs to truly find satisfaction and happiness.Joe explains, “No, it was a transactional act of kindness. It may well be kind, but it was transactional. So it was not selfless. Does that make sense? And since we’ve determined self’s sort of the

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Position of Neutrality: Extending a Helping Hand in...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/25

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, delving into the essence of Step 3 AA and the profound commitment to service. Reflecting on the responsibility of those in recovery, Joe emphasizes the importance of reaching out to others and offering support.Joe explains, “Anyone anywhere reaches out their hand for help, I want the hand of AA always to be there. What’s his work? Well, if you’re an AA, find another alcoholic and try again. But if you’re just dealing in general

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Position of Neutrality: Understanding the Step 3...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/25

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the crucial insights of Step 3 AA. Reflecting on the decision-making process, Joe clarifies the essential nature of this step in the broader context of recovery.Joe explains, “Okay, so then it says we’re now at Step 3. Isn’t that frustrating the way the authors do that? They told us we were at Step 3 like 3 pages ago. The old guy’s been talking for like 40 minutes. Now we’re right back where we started. We’re now at

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0:34

Position of Neutrality: Overcoming Self and Embracing...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/25

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, delving into the profound concepts within Step 3 AA. Reflecting on the journey of overcoming self and embracing a higher plan, Joe offers insights into establishing a new foundation in recovery.Joe shares, “So how do you get rid of self? I get established on this footing, that keystone of the new and triumphant arch. I get established in that absolute certainty. I walk in it and serve in it and I grow in it. Make sense

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0:54

Position of Neutrality: Embracing Humility and Growth...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/24

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the deeper meanings and transformative experiences within Step 3 AA. Reflecting on the varied human traits and the journey towards humility and personal growth, Joe offers insights into the complexities of self-condemnation and egotism.Joe shares, “You still got some self-condemnation going on if you’re on the other side we’re about to read, and you’re probably a little overly happy with the way you think and act all

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Position of Neutrality: Discovering Inner Strength in...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/24

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the journey of dying to self to live for others. Reflecting on the necessity of searching fearlessly within, Joe delves into the profound insights that come from this introspective journey.“They couldn’t be talking about me. I died. You haven’t got there yet, but you’ll see. That’s the process of dying to self so we can live for our fellows. All right. So sometimes we had to search fearlessly, but he was there. So

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Position of Neutrality: Embracing Spiritual...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/24

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the misconceptions and challenges many face when embracing spiritual principles. Reflecting on the notion that faith is a barrier, Joe discusses the importance of letting go of preconceived dogma and understanding the true essence of recovery.“Then it says that was great news to us. For we had assumed we could not make use of spiritual principles unless we accepted many things on faith which seemed difficult to

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Position of Neutrality: Addressing Agnosticism and...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/23

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the raw and emotional experiences outlined in the early pages of the book. Reflecting on the challenges many face, Joe discusses the difficulty in finding solutions and the natural tendency towards doubt, especially among agnostics.“How many of you have tried solving your problem with the mind that created it? Many of you know what that means. How many of you solved your alcohol problem with a methamphetamine

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Position of Neutrality Step Study - Step 1 (Season 24)

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/23

Position of Neutrality is a study of the manner of living suggested by the founders of A.A. which was recorded in the book Alcoholics Anonymous. The story of how many thousands of men and women have recovered from alcoholism.Join us for more inspiring recovery stories and transformative insights.Check out our website at: www.positionofneutrality.orgYouTube:http://www.youtube.com/@positionofneutrality721Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PositionOfNeutralitySpotify:

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Position of Neutrality: Embracing Spiritual...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/23

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the raw and emotional experiences outlined in the early pages of the book. Reflecting on the challenges many face, Joe discusses the difficulty in embracing spiritual approaches and the common feeling of inadequacy in faith.“When people presented us with spiritual approaches, how frequently did we all say, ‘I wish I had what that man has. I’m sure it would work if I could only believe as he believes. But I cannot

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Position of Neutrality: Discovering Personal...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/23

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the raw and emotional experiences outlined in the early pages of the book. Reflecting on the challenges many face, Joe discusses the importance of discovering personal spirituality and understanding that the answers lie within.“But don’t assume they know everything about you to inform you about your life purpose. That’s nonsense. The answers for you are in you. Does that make sense? So our own conception, however

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Position of Neutrality: Overcoming Prejudice and...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/22

oin Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the raw and emotional experiences outlined in the early pages of the book. Reflecting on the challenges many face, Joe discusses overcoming prejudice and misconceptions about God and spirituality, particularly those stemming from childhood or violent anti-religious sentiments.“Some of us have been violently anti-religious. To others, the word God brought up a particular idea of him, which someone had tried to impress

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Position of Neutrality: Confronting Prejudice Towards...

Position of Neutrality ·

2024/08/22

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the raw and emotional experiences outlined in the early pages of the book. Reflecting on the common resistance to spiritual discussions, Joe addresses the importance of overcoming prejudices towards spirituality in the recovery journey.“Okay, but his face falls when we speak of spiritual matters, especially when we mention God. For we’ve reopened a subject which our man thought he had neatly evaded or entirely

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