The Small Bow: God Can’t Help You Until You Get Out of the Way
Summary
On The Small Bow Podcast, host AJ Delario interviews 96-year-old Connie Caruso, who shares her 48 years of recovery and wisdom on aging, grief, and faith. Connie discusses her journey from addiction to self-acceptance, her relationship with God, and her candid views on family dynamics and service. She offers practical advice on managing rage and letting go of ego to allow spiritual growth.
Topics discussed
Intro: Aerie sponsorship and Small Bow podcast overview
Meeting Connie Caruso: Age 96, recovery, and lack of fear of death
Relationships: Boyfriend Michael and forgiving past debts
Resentments: Family dynamics and a daughter seeking fame
Self-love, virtual boyfriends, and the 12-step program
Past therapy, intolerance for liars, and judging character
Pain as a teacher and writing a memoir for her daughter
Motherhood regrets, daughter's success, and book details
Concept of God, friendship, and being of service
Helping a friend with 'professional victim' sons
Sponsorships: Gab phones, Quince clothing, Mint Mobile
Listener Q&A: Letting go of grudges and temper issues
Prayer, nail-biting history, and grief over a friend's death
Brother's death, lack of grief, and family dynamics
Addiction to diet pills and relationship with daughter
Humility, AA bravery, and lack of sexual cravings
Turning 97, managing rage, and 'getting out of the way'
Grocery store incident and confronting a bully
Childhood trauma, challenging God, and final thoughts
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