Paula P's Path to Sobriety: Embracing Forgiveness and Finding Freedom
It was the love and kindness and glow and something in the rooms of AA that caught my eye, man, and because I was savage feral, angry, but I could stay, man, I could stay for the love of Alcoholics Anonymous, and that's what it took.
Picture yourself navigating the turbulent waters of addiction and finding an anchor in the form of forgiveness and community. That's Paula P's story, and she shares it with raw honesty in this episode of 'Sober Speak'. Growing up in Champaign, IL, Paula witnessed the destructive grip of addiction within her family. It wasn't until she faced her own struggles that she discovered the healing power of the AA community and spiritual practices.
Paula's journey underscores the importance of the second step in AA, which emphasizes believing in a power greater than oneself. She found comfort and strength through what she calls the 'trifecta method' of sobriety. Trauma also plays a significant role in Paula's narrative. She opens up about how her own experiences have shaped her recovery journey. Through sponsorship and service work, Paula has found a renewed sense of purpose and fulfillment.
Her reflections on her relationship with her mother and her role as a mother herself add layers of depth to her story. Paula's message is clear: hope and resilience are within reach, and no one has to walk the path to recovery alone. Tune in to hear Paula's inspiring journey of forgiveness and freedom in Alcoholics Anonymous.