The Ego in Recovery: Understanding Self-Will and Surrender

This micro-learning session explores Bob Darrell's insights on the persistent nature of the alcoholic ego and its impact on recovery. The session examines how the ego's recuperative power constantly challenges surrender, attempting to reassert control even after periods of humility and acceptance. It demonstrates the ongoing tension between self-will and God's will, showing how ego-driven judgment and opinions can create barriers to genuine connection with others in recovery. The content highlights how personal opinions, prejudices, and the need for control often resurface subtly in recovery, potentially undermining the spiritual principles of the program. Through understanding these ego dynamics, participants learn to recognize when their recovering ego is regaining strength and how this awareness can help maintain the spiritual connection and humility necessary for continued sobriety.