Step three of AA had me delving into my need for control, resisting change, codependency, and trying to find gratitude when I find that difficult. In this episode, I dive into the third step and what renouncing yourself, giving yourself over to god, and love can do in your life.
Key Takeaways:
[5:06] Step three of AA
[10:21] Accepting all your losses, resisting change, and trying to stay in control
[18:35] Renouncing myself for attention and validation
[22:10] The things people seek love for
[24:32] Being codependent
[27:49] Doing good deeds because you want to
[30:04] False sacrifice and holding onto control
[35:04] Trying to find gratitude and religion being based on following rules
[38:48] Being radically accepted for nothing
[41:10] Surrendering is a negative concept to me
[42:32] Accepting our past and our mistakes
[46:59] Renouncing yourself and giving yourself to god
[50:47] Working on self forgiveness
[51:33] True and unconditional love
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