Ep 186 How AA's "Sharing The Message" Is Harmful
Sobriety Bestie Podcast · Kirsten Johnson
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Show Notes
Today we're unpacking the AA saying "Share the message, not the mess" and how it can be harmful. We'll cover how sharing the message not the mess:
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro Share The Message, Not The Mess
05:12 1. Replaces authentic expression with scripted speech
19:49 2. Reinforces indoctrination through repetition
38:10 3. Disconnects you from your inner authority
58:31 4. Creates emotional stagnation
1:01:54 5. Trains self-censorship1:
03:18 6. Keeps the system alive, not you
1:07:28 Reconstruction: Telling A New Story
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