A is for Alcoholic
A is for Alcoholic
A is for A.I. (Alcoholic Idols)
A is for A.I. (Alcoholic Idols)
A is for A.I. (Alcoholic Idols)
Friday 12th July 2019
Explore how literature and music inspire sobriety and personal growth in this episode of 'A is for Alcoholic'.
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Get the buttons here!Alcoholic Idols: Finding Sobriety Through Literature and Music
The people that we look up to, or had looked up to, trying to still find those pieces like ourselves, those pieces of ourselves that we want to hang onto, that we want to continue to, uh, we don't want to lose ourselves entirely, we just try to grow and work on the better parts of it, and leave the character defects behind and work on the character.
Ever wondered how the writers and musicians you admired during your drinking days could still play a role in your sobriety? In this episode of 'A is for Alcoholic', hosts John and Jerry dive into this intriguing concept. They reminisce about the artists they idolized while actively drinking and explore how these figures can continue to offer wisdom and inspiration in sobriety.
The conversation touches on the allure of both masculine and feminine personas in literature and music, and how societal pressures often push people towards alcohol as a form of escape. John and Jerry also highlight the importance of having a solid sober support system, drawing parallels between recovery steps and literary themes. However, they caution against putting alcoholic artists on a pedestal, emphasizing the need to find healthy sources of inspiration during the recovery journey.
This episode is a thoughtful exploration of how the arts can aid in personal growth and character development in sobriety. Tune in to hear how literature and music can become allies in your path to recovery.