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Episode 84: Safety in AA
Episode 84: Safety in AA
Episode 84: Safety in AA
Wednesday 14th March 2018
Hear three women discuss emotional exploitation and the power of fellowship in AA on 'Beyond Belief Sobriety'.
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Get the buttons here!Safety in AA: Women's Stories of Emotional Exploitation and Supportive Fellowship
It just got a bit creepy, and then I spoke to my friend about it, and this is a friend of mine in the program, who she had two sobriety, and she said to me: you're not obligated to be friends with this person.
Ever wondered how safe spaces are created within Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)? In this episode of 'Beyond Belief Sobriety', host John S. dives into the topic of safety in AA with three remarkable women sharing their deeply personal experiences. Sarah J. from Johannesburg, South Africa opens up about her struggles with emotional exploitation within the group. Meanwhile, Lisa X. from Rochester, New York recounts a troubling relationship that almost pushed her away from AA entirely. Finally, Jennifer W.
from Toronto, Ontario talks about how the men in her AA group stepped up to create a secure and supportive environment for her. These stories are more than just tales of hardship; they highlight the importance of setting boundaries, being cautious around authority figures, and the incredible power of fellowship in addressing safety concerns within AA. As Lisa X.
candidly shares, 'I could possibly have just stopped going to meetings to avoid the guy, you know, and how awful that would have been'. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of safety in AA and how supportive communities can make all the difference.