Howard L.
Howard L.
Amanda B. – Sober 3 Years
Amanda B. – Sober 3 Years
Amanda B. – Sober 3 Years
Wednesday 29th September 2021
Join Amanda B. on 'AA Recovery Interviews' as she shares her journey from teenage addiction to sobriety through the transformative power of AA.
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Get the buttons here!Amanda B.: From Teenage Chaos to Sober Clarity
I remember the first AA meeting I went to, where I didn't have to get my paper signed, and I made sure everybody in the room knew that.
Imagine being dared by your parents to drink half a bottle of Crown Royal at just 13 years old. For Amanda B., this challenge marked the beginning of a tumultuous journey with alcohol and drugs. In this episode of 'AA Recovery Interviews', Amanda sits down with Howard L. to share her raw and riveting story of addiction and eventual sobriety. By 15, Amanda had left her chaotic home life, only to find herself living with a drug-dealing boyfriend.
When that fell apart, she moved in with her grandparents, but the grip of addiction was relentless. Working in a bar seemed like a perfect cover for her drinking, but it only deepened her dependency. By her late 20s, Amanda had lost nearly everything and found herself living with her sister, who was the first to call her an alcoholic. A DWI arrest was the wake-up call she needed, pushing her into court-ordered treatment and AA meetings.
Through the unwavering support of her sponsor, regular meetings, and service work, Amanda began to rebuild her life. She emphasizes how crucial service work has been in maintaining her spiritual connection and staying grounded in the AA program. Amanda also opens up about the impact of her family on her addiction and the healing power of making amends. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of AA and offers hope to anyone grappling with addiction.
Tune in to hear Amanda's inspiring journey from chaos to clarity and discover the profound impact of the AA community.