Do We Ever Use Willpower?

Do We Ever Use Willpower?

We've all heard that willpower alone isn't enough to overcome alcoholism. But does that mean willpower has no place in recovery?

Today on The Daily Trudge, we're exploring the difference between willpower, self-will, willingness, and the actions we take as part of the Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous.

The Big Book tells us that our attempts to control our drinking through willpower repeatedly failed. Yet recovery requires us to make decisions, follow directions, practice spiritual principles, and take responsibility for our actions.

So where does willpower fit into all of this?

We'll talk about why we cannot rely on willpower alone to overcome the obsession to drink, but how determination, discipline, and willingness play important roles in building a new way of life.

We'll also explore the difference between trying to control everything ourselves and using the abilities we've been given to make positive changes.

Recovery isn't about sitting back and waiting for God to do everything for us. It's about accepting the help we need and taking the actions necessary to grow.

If willpower couldn't keep us sober, can it still help us live sober?

Join the conversation as we explore where willpower ends, where willingness begins, and how both relate to our spiritual growth.

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