Adrian
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#72 Arlina Allen
#72 Arlina Allen
#72 Arlina Allen
Monday 13th March 2023
Join Arlina Allen on The Addictive Pod as she shares her journey from trauma and alcoholism to healing through AA and the 12 steps.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Arlina Allen's Path to Healing: From Trauma to Triumph in AA
I found that the 12 steps were like an orgasm, it was like this release that I had never felt before. It was like a spiritual experience that I couldn't really describe, but it was so powerful and transformative.
What happens when childhood trauma and addiction collide? In this heartfelt episode of The Addictive Pod, host Adrian sits down with Arlina Allen, the voice behind the ODAAT podcast, to unravel her compelling journey to sobriety. Arlina opens up about her past, sharing the painful experiences of sexual abuse that haunted her and how they fueled her descent into alcoholism.
Through candid conversation, she reveals how alcohol became her escape from shame and self-doubt, leading her into a spiral of addiction. But Arlina's story is not just about struggle; it's about the incredible transformation she experienced through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the 12-step program. She describes the program as a spiritual awakening, likening it to a profound and life-changing experience. Forgiveness and love became her anchors, helping her rebuild her life piece by piece.
Therapy also played a crucial role, allowing her to confront and heal from her character defects. This episode is a treasure trove of insights and practical advice for anyone on their own recovery journey. Arlina's story is a testament to the power of vulnerability, resilience, and the unwavering human spirit.