Position of Neutrality

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the spiritual depth and transformative power of Steps 6 and 7 AA. Joe emphasizes the importance of asking for the power to change and growing in conscious relation with a higher power throughout the day. “Because you had no power to behave any other way. You want power to behave another way? You’re going to have to...

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.org YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@positionofneu...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the essence of selflessness and the importance of embracing a state of being absent of self in Steps 5, 6, and 7 AA. Joe highlights the central challenge of the human condition—our inability to think our way into a state of being, emphasizing that true beingness comes from recognizing our part in a greater whole....

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the profound experience of honest prayer and the spiritual journey of Steps 5, 6, and 7 AA. Joe reflects on the significance of acknowledging our true selves before God and the importance of building a solid foundation for recovery. “That’s the first honest prayer I ever said because I knew now that God knew me ev...

Join us as we explore Bill’s story, a poignant reflection on the crushing power of addiction. Bill realized that his addiction had become an overwhelming necessity, a routine he couldn’t control despite his best efforts. His story speaks to the deep powerlessness felt when addiction takes over, where actions consistently contradict true desires. This personal struggle resonates with many in recove...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the importance of choosing the right person to confide in during Steps 5, 6, and 7 AA. Joe explores the struggle many face when deciding who to trust with their intimate and confidential admissions and emphasizes the significance of spiritual awareness in these moments. “So rightly and naturally, we think well bef...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the raw and emotional experiences outlined in Bill’s story. Reflecting on the struggles faced by those battling addiction, Joe emphasizes the value of peer testimony over medical opinions. Joe shares, “Sometimes I dally and I like to spend time in Bill’s story and stay away from the doctor’s opinion every once in...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the crucial moments of readiness and personal accountability in Steps 5, 6, and 7 AA. Joe emphasizes the importance of recognizing when we are truly ready to move forward in our recovery journey and how to prepare ourselves through prayer and introspection. “And what he said to me is, how do you feel? And I said,...

Join us as we delve deeper into Bill’s story, an eye-opening journey that mirrors the struggles faced by many in the grip of addiction. Bill’s realization that his addiction had become an overwhelming necessity highlights the helplessness and powerlessness many of us feel when trapped in the cycle of substance abuse. As we reflect on Bill’s path, we see that when we are powerless over substances,...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, guiding us through the transformative journey of Steps 5, 6, and 7 AA. Joe explains how to delve deeper into Chapter 6, “Into Action,” emphasizing the importance of introspection and finding personal meaning in the text. “So, Chapter 6, ‘Into Action,’ they ask us somewhat of a question, it looks like to me. And I know that be...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, guiding us through the transformative journey of Steps 5, 6, and 7. Joe delves into the vital importance of admitting our wrongs, becoming entirely ready for change, and humbly asking for the removal of our shortcomings. “But it’s obscured by calamity, pomp, and worship. And then, as I go along, if I don’t get into this manne...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the concept of truth as the key to the future and the importance of gaining a new perspective in recovery. Joe discusses how the truth revealed in our inventory holds the key to our future. “So we turn back to the list for it held the key to the future. So what’s the key to the future? This is a search for the truth...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, delving into the profound realization of self-imposed limitations and the critical importance of addressing resentment in recovery. Joe discusses the fatal nature of harboring resentment and its impact on spiritual growth and sobriety. “So oftentimes it happens that we live our life in chains and we never even know we hold th...

Join us as we explore Bill’s Story from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, a powerful account of breaking free from the cycle of self-destruction. Bill’s journey resonates with anyone who has felt trapped in their addiction, battling the overwhelming urge to escape and the inability to find a way out. In this short, we reflect on Bill’s turning point—his meeting with a compassionate doctor who...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the transformative journey of recovery and the concept of new beginnings. Joe reflects on the fears of repeating past mistakes and the power of becoming a new creation through the 12-step process. “So they’re talking about my past life. I’ve tried to do things, I got to a certain level, I burned it down with my addi...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, discussing the importance of accepting and embracing our purpose in the recovery journey. Joe addresses the common feelings of frustration and comparison, emphasizing the need to shift our focus to understanding and fulfilling our unique purpose. “Now admit it, we sometimes assume that we’ve gotten rather a crappy assignment,...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the significance of shared experiences and understanding in the recovery journey. Joe emphasizes the value of learning from those who have walked similar paths, particularly for individuals who have faced incarceration or other challenging life experiences. “Why do you think this place was set up the way it was se...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the importance of trusting and relying on a higher power in Step 4 AA. Joe emphasizes the shift from self-reliance to reliance on a power greater than ourselves, a crucial aspect of the recovery journey. “We’re trying to get you reliant on the power within you which is greater than you and then add to that properly...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the themes of forgiveness and self-reflection in Step 4 AA. Joe discusses the importance of genuine remorse and the belief that a higher power can guide us to better things. “It might, so they’re going to talk about their experience. Some people tell us so, but it’s only a half-truth. It depends on us and our motive...

oin Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, diving into the challenges faced during Step 4 AA. Reflecting on common fears and commitment issues, Joe highlights the struggle many have with staying engaged and finishing what they start. “But you were afraid if you left you’d miss something. How many of you didn’t stay faithfully engaged with people because you never reall...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, focusing on the importance of finding personal experience in the text, especially during Step 4. Joe emphasizes that the main purpose of the book is to show others precisely how recovery is achieved through personal interpretation and shared spiritual experiences. “It says to show others precisely how we recovered is the main...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, focusing on the importance of finding personal experience in the text, especially during Step 4. Joe emphasizes that the main purpose of the book is to show others precisely how recovery is achieved through personal interpretation and shared spiritual experiences. “It says to show others precisely how we recovered is the main...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, exploring the importance of tolerance, pity, and patience in Step 4. Reflecting on the need for a power greater than ourselves to overcome judgment and be effective in recovery, Joe emphasizes the spiritual practice of asking for divine help to show compassion to others. “And as nobody’s trying to be glib it’s just it require...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, delving into the true promises of AA and the transformative power of Step 4. Reflecting on common misconceptions and the profound changes that occur through recovery, Joe emphasizes the importance of understanding and experiencing the real promises of the program. “And I kept coming to fellowships and people said, ‘Oh, I got...

Join Joe McDonald as he reads from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, delving into the significance of personal inventory and self-examination in Step 4. Reflecting on the necessity of addressing underlying causes and conditions, Joe emphasizes the transformative power of thorough self-assessment. “So it says the first step of which is a personal house cleaning. Whoops. Yeah, the first step of...