The Tao – Step 12

The Tao – Step 12

From Tao of Our understanding Alcohol Recovery Podcast by Buddy C.

June 16, 2026 · 42 min

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This episode discusses the spiritual awakening associated with the 12th step of alcohol recovery and the teachings of the Tao Te Ching.

"12. Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to alcoholics, and to practice these principles in all of our affairs." — Alcoholics Anonymous, Page 60 " If you don't realize the source, you stumble in confusion and sorrow. When you realize where you come from, you naturally become tolerant, disinterested, amused, kindhearted as a grandmother, dignified as a king. Immersed in the wonder of the Tao, you can deal with whatever life brings you, and when death comes, you are ready. " — Stephen Mitchell, Tao Te Ching, Verse 16 GUS – 12StepRecovery.ai 30 Tools to Stay Sober All Year Round! Here is a link to an online version of the Tao Te Ching that we use in every meeting: https://ttc.tasuki.org/display:Year:1972,1988,1996,2004/section:80 You can download a free PDF of the latest version of Powerless But Not Helpless, a Recovery Interpretation of the Tao Te Ching, at www.BuddyC.org . Feel free to share, post, and distribute this book wherever you believe it will be helpful. You can also sign up for a free daily Tao Recovery Email, access a list of podcasts, and find many other recovery resources. Join our private Facebook group and…

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Host: Buddy C.

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Organizations: Alcoholics Anonymous

Books & works: Tao Te Ching

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