John M
John M
160: Nancy B- How Blessed I am
160: Nancy B- How Blessed I am
160: Nancy B- How Blessed I am
Friday 20th November 2020
Join Nancy B on Sober Speak as she shares her journey from inadequacy to finding blessings through AA and living with multiple sclerosis.
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Get the buttons here!Nancy B's Path to Sobriety: Embracing Blessings Amidst Challenges
I know that my ms and then the things that followed definitely opened my eyes to what I do have and how blessed I am that I've been living one day at a time.
Nancy B's story is a testament to the transformative power of recovery and the importance of community. In this episode of Sober Speak, Nancy opens up about her lifelong struggle with feelings of inadequacy, juxtaposed with bouts of arrogance. The turning point in her life came with a diagnosis of an incurable disease, prompting deep reflection and a newfound appreciation for the blessings she had overlooked.
Nancy delves into how the pandemic reshaped the recovery community, emphasizing the critical role of AA meetings in her journey. She candidly shares that missing these meetings can lead to a dangerous path of complacency. Through AA, she found people who understood her inner turmoil, offering a sense of solace and connection. One poignant part of Nancy's story is her reflection on her parents' influence on her relationship with alcohol.
She recounts a vivid memory of her mother confronting her father about his drinking, a moment that shaped her understanding of responsibility and adulthood. Despite these early challenges, Nancy has been sober for seven years, finding joy in helping others along the way. Living with multiple sclerosis has added another layer to Nancy's journey. Yet, she remains steadfast in her belief in counting blessings and living one day at a time.
Her story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about embracing positivity and laughter, even in tough times. Listeners will find Nancy's journey both inspiring and relatable, offering valuable insights into the power of recovery and the blessings that come with it. Tune in to hear how Nancy B learned to stand tall and kneel down, finding strength and gratitude in every step.