Shelly Maher
Shelly Maher
Coffee with Bonnie
Coffee with Bonnie
Coffee with Bonnie
Sunday 24th April 2022
Bonnie shares her journey from teen alcohol struggles to finding hope in sobriety on 'The Shelly Effect'. Listen for inspiration and support.
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10 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
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Author:
Shelly Maher
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Sobriety Toolkit
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Bonnie's Brave Journey: From Teen Alcohol Struggles to Sobriety
I had been experiencing blackouts. You know, waking up in the morning not knowing where I'd been, what I'd done, what I'd said, and my drinking had got to a point where I was scaring myself.
Imagine grappling with alcohol addiction before even turning 18. In this heartfelt episode of 'The Shelly Effect', host Shelly Maher sits down with Bonnie, who faced this very reality. Bonnie opens up about her early encounters with alcohol and how it quickly spiraled into a significant problem. She recounts the chilling moment she realized she needed help, leading her to attend her first recovery meeting at just 16 years old, with a supportive family member by her side.
Through candid conversation, Shelly and Bonnie delve into the emotional and physical toll of addiction, breaking down the stigma and offering practical advice for those in similar situations. They emphasize the crucial role of a strong support system and the power of seeking help. Shelly wraps up the episode with some valuable tips on maintaining energy and practicing self-kindness during recovery.
This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with alcohol addiction, showing that it's never too early or too late to seek help and start anew.