Cause, Cure, Control – The 3 Cs – Episode 81

We are told that “we didn’t cause it, we can’t cure it, and we can’t control it.” The 3 C’s capture our powerlessness. What does this mean for us, what does it mean for the ones we love who are caught in this disease?

  • What are “the 3 C’s”?
    • We didn't cause our loved one's alcoholism or addiction.
    • We can't cure it.
    • We can't control it.
  • When did you first hear about them?
  • What did you think then?
  • How did you feel?
  • Why are they important?
  • How do they express our powerlessness over alcohol?

We’d love to hear your questions or experience about these upcoming topics:

  • Caretaking or healthy support?
  • Suffering – What does it mean when we say “pain is inevitable but suffering is optional”?
  • Tradition 8 – Al-Anon Twelfth Step work should remain forever non-professional, but our service centers may employ special workers.

Please call us at 734-707-8795 or email feedback@therecoveryshow.com with your questions or experience, strength and hope. Or just leave a comment right here.

Music from the show

I feel that these songs capture or illuminate some aspects of the 3 C's. I talked a little about the first 3 in this episode. The last two are for you to find your own meaning in.

Ashley Wells – Powerless

The Corrs – What Can I Do?

Alanis Morisette – Precious Illusions

Aimee Mann – Wise Up

Lindsay McCaul – Let Go

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