OA RISE | Recovery Inspires Shared Experiences
OA RISE | Recovery Inspires Shared Experiences
12.15.2024 - Sharing a story of Experience Strength and Hope - Amy G.
12.15.2024 - Sharing a story of Experience Strength and Hope - Amy G.
12.15.2024 - Sharing a story of Experience Strength and Hope - Amy G.
Friday 10th January 2025
Amy G. shares her powerful story of overcoming compulsive overeating, addiction, and finding joy in recovery through the 12 Steps.
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Get the buttons here!Amy G.'s Journey: From Compulsive Overeating to Recovery
Episode Overview
- Amy G. shares her journey through compulsive overeating and addiction.
- She discusses the challenges of relapse and finding recovery.
- Amy highlights the importance of the 12 Steps and a higher power.
- Her story includes experiences with bulimia and anorexia.
- Amy offers hope and inspiration for those struggling with similar issues.
I had no idea because, you know, when I first started doing this purging thing, you know, before that, I would binge.
Amy G. takes centre stage in this episode of OA RISE, sharing her deeply personal journey through compulsive overeating, addiction, and recovery. With humour and raw honesty, Amy recounts her battles with food, drugs, and alcohol, painting a vivid picture of the struggles she faced and the victories she achieved. She details her early days in Overeaters Anonymous, the pitfalls of relapse, and the eventual surrender that led to her recovery.
Amy’s story is a testament to the power of the 12 Steps and the support of a higher power, which she credits for her 37 years of abstinence and recovery. Her experiences with bulimia, anorexia, and the mental obsession with food highlight the cunning nature of the disease and the transformative power of recovery.
Amy’s reflections on making amends, finding a higher power, and living a life free from the compulsion to overeat offer hope and inspiration to anyone struggling with similar issues. This episode is not just about overcoming addiction; it’s about finding joy, purpose, and a new way of living. Amy’s candid storytelling and heartfelt advice make this a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and strength in their own recovery journey.
Tune in to hear Amy’s incredible story and find the motivation to continue your path to recovery.