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  • AA Taught Me to be an Adult [Season 7, Episode 12]

AA Taught Me to be an Adult [Season 7, Episode 12]

Monday 16th September 2024

Heather shares her 13-year journey to embrace AA, highlighting the role of a strict sponsor and the importance of honesty in recovery.
33 minutes
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Heather's Journey: Embracing Sobriety Through AA

Episode Overview

  • Heather shares her 13-year journey to fully accept AA.
  • A strict sponsor played a crucial role in her recovery.
  • Heather discusses resetting her sobriety date after a slip-up.
  • The episode addresses a newcomer's question about taking credit for sobriety.
  • Announcement about the upcoming International Online Intergroup Convention.
I complicated myself right out of the rooms so many times.
Ever wondered how AA can truly transform lives? In this episode of AA Grapevine's Podcast, Heather joins Sam and Olis to share her remarkable journey. Heather opens up about her initial struggles with accepting her alcoholism and the pivotal role a strict sponsor played in her recovery. She takes us through her 13-year battle to fully embrace the AA program, often complicating herself right out of the rooms.
You'll hear about her eye-opening experiences, like the time she celebrated nine months of sobriety by smoking a joint, only to realise she needed to reset her sobriety date. Heather's honesty and humour make her story relatable and inspiring. The episode also features a discussion on a question from a newcomer about taking credit for one's sobriety and an announcement about the upcoming International Online Intergroup Convention in October.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the power of AA, this episode offers a heartfelt glimpse into the highs and lows of the journey. Don't miss out on Heather's candid reflections and the valuable lessons she shares.