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Claire K. AA 10-3-22
Claire K. AA 10-3-22
Claire K. AA 10-3-22
Friday 7th October 2022
Claire K. discusses her path to sobriety, highlighting service, sponsorship, and spirituality's role in her recovery journey.
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Get the buttons here!Claire K.'s Path to Sobriety: The Power of Service and Sponsorship
Both having a sponsor and having the gift of sponsoring alcoholics service certainly has been a huge part of my recovery.
Picture yourself at the start of a daunting journey to sobriety, unsure of where to begin. That's where Claire K. found herself, and in this episode of Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers, she shares her compelling story of overcoming addiction. Claire opens up about her early days in recovery, where taking on service roles and carrying the AA message played a crucial role in keeping her sober.
She candidly discusses how it took years before she truly grasped the importance of working the steps and sponsoring others. Claire's honesty about her struggles with alcoholism is both relatable and eye-opening. She talks about the sneaky ways alcoholism can change over time, making it easy to believe you're treating the problem when you're not. It wasn't until she hit rock bottom that she realized a significant change was needed.
Her journey emphasizes the transformative power of service and sponsorship in recovery. Having a sponsor and being one herself gave her a sense of accountability and purpose. Spirituality also plays a significant role in Claire's recovery. She shares how learning to meditate and connect with God more meaningfully helped her stay grounded. Her story is a testament to the incredible impact of AA, filled with gratitude for the program and the people she met along the way.
This episode is an inspiring listen for anyone struggling with addiction, offering hope and practical advice. Claire's journey highlights that recovery is possible with dedication, service, and a bit of faith.