Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast
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Episode 42: Willow
Episode 42: Willow
Episode 42: Willow
Wednesday 14th December 2016
Hear Willow's inspiring journey from teenage addiction to 28 years of sobriety on Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Willow's Journey: From Teenage Addiction to 28 Years of Sobriety
I think that from what I understand of AA history, it's like from the time that you and I got into the program in The 1980s, that's when people started wanting to go back in time and hold on to the past and somehow recreate it into, like some magical thing, like it was the best way, and only way, in good way.
Willow F. faced the harsh realities of addiction at an incredibly young age. Just before her 16th birthday, she made the brave decision to get sober. Now, with 28 years of sobriety under her belt, her story is a compelling reminder that you don't need decades of drinking to struggle with alcoholism. Willow's early years were marked by a whirlwind of partying and poor choices, leading to a sense of isolation and despair.
But everything changed when she entered rehab and discovered the power of a sober community. Through AA, Willow found the support and connection she desperately needed to stay sober, even as a teenager. Her journey wasn't just about quitting alcohol; it was about finding peace, purpose, and a sense of spirituality in recovery. However, Willow's story isn't just a celebration of AA. She believes in exploring various paths to recovery and stresses the importance of personal responsibility.
According to Willow, “we do have responsibility for our own recovery to take the actions that we need to take, to not drink, to be sober, to give something back to the world”. Her experiences challenge the idea that there's only one way to get sober. This episode of Beyond Belief Sobriety is a testament to the diverse paths one can take on the road to recovery.
Tune in to hear Willow's inspiring journey and gain insights into how different approaches can lead to lasting sobriety.