EastlakeBBA
EastlakeBBA
💙 "It is a design for living that works in rough going." (Mary L.)
💙 "It is a design for living that works in rough going." (Mary L.)
💙 "It is a design for living that works in rough going." (Mary L.)
Sunday 29th October 2023
Join Mary L. on 'Big Book Awakening' as she shares her journey from spiritual bankruptcy to finding freedom through sobriety and the 12-step program.
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64 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Healing
Transformative
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Sobriety Day by Day
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Mary L.'s Story: Finding Freedom and Purpose Through Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Mary L. shares her journey of spiritual bankruptcy and the challenges of sobriety
- Insights into the transformative power of the 12-step program
- Heartfelt shares from other attendees reflect themes of resilience and finding a higher power
- Reflections on adopting a 'design for living' that truly works
- Testimonies of strength, hope, and healing within the recovery community
So the most difficult part was being sober and having to walk this new life, learning how to think differently and act differently and be nice and be kind and learn all these things that, you know, that I thought I already was.
Imagine hitting rock bottom, feeling spiritually bankrupt, and utterly lost. That's where Mary L. found herself when she first walked into Alcoholics Anonymous. In this gripping episode of the 'Big Book Awakening' podcast, Mary opens up about her tumultuous journey from despair to hope. She talks candidly about her first year in recovery, filled with endless meetings and the daunting task of relearning how to live without alcohol.
It's a raw and real account of what it takes to rebuild a life from the ground up. Mary doesn't sugarcoat the struggle; she shares the gritty details of her fight to regain control. She speaks about the temporary relief alcohol once provided and the profound changes she needed to make to achieve lasting sobriety. The episode dives deep into the spiritual experiences that guided her through those dark times and how the 12-step program became her lifeline.
But it's not just Mary's voice you'll hear. The episode also features heartfelt stories from other attendees who emphasize the importance of finding a higher power and adopting a 'design for living' that works even in the roughest moments. These shared experiences underscore themes of self-discovery, surrender, and resilience, painting a vivid picture of the transformative power of community and spiritual growth.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in stories of human resilience, this episode offers a compelling look at the strength and hope found within the recovery community.