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Al-Anon: Bonnie M (LGBTQ)
Al-Anon: Bonnie M (LGBTQ)
Al-Anon: Bonnie M (LGBTQ)
Friday 20th September 2024
Bonnie M shares her journey through Al-Anon, offering heartfelt wisdom and humour about growing up in an alcoholic household and finding recovery.
56 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Growing up in an alcoholic household shapes one's outlook on life.
- Adopting an attitude of expectancy can transform your approach to challenges.
- Honesty and community are crucial in the recovery journey.
- Self-worth and forgiveness are key components of healing.
- Navigating relationships in recovery requires ongoing effort and support.
To have an attitude of expectancy is different than having expectations.
In this episode of Sober Cast, Bonnie M from Turlock, California shares her heartfelt journey as an Al-Anon speaker at the District Convention in San Luis Obispo. Bonnie's story is a raw and honest account of growing up in an alcoholic household, dealing with the chaos and confusion that comes with it. She talks about her early experiences with Alateen and how it shaped her understanding of alcoholism as a family disease.
Bonnie's anecdotes are both poignant and humorous, making her narrative relatable and engaging. She discusses the concept of 'expectancy' versus 'expectations', and how adopting an attitude of expectancy has transformed her outlook on life. Bonnie also opens up about her struggles with relationships, including her marriages and the challenges of being a single mother. Her reflections on self-worth, forgiveness, and finding love later in life offer valuable lessons for anyone on a similar path.
The episode is a testament to the power of honesty, community, and the ongoing journey of recovery. Bonnie's story is not just about surviving but thriving, offering hope and inspiration to those navigating their own recovery journeys. Whether you're part of Al-Anon, AA, or just someone seeking support, this episode is a must-listen for its heartfelt wisdom and genuine warmth.