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ESH: Arwen H
ESH: Arwen H
ESH: Arwen H
Thursday 8th August 2024
Arwen H shares her inspiring journey from fear and anxiety to sobriety and faith at the Ontario Canada Regional Conference.
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Episode Overview
- Arwen H shares her journey from fear and anxiety to sobriety.
- She discusses her early life in Toronto and struggles with alcohol.
- Arwen highlights the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous.
- She talks about finding a higher power and building a spiritual practice.
- The episode offers valuable insights for anyone on the path to recovery.
I spent two and a half years trying really, really hard never to come back to Alcoholics Anonymous.
Arwen H takes the stage at the Ontario Canada Regional Conference, sharing her journey of sobriety with a mix of humour and heartfelt honesty. Growing up in Toronto, Arwen recounts her early years filled with fear and anxiety, which eventually led her to seek solace in alcohol. She paints a vivid picture of her struggles, from hiding in school bathrooms to dealing with a dying parent, and how these experiences shaped her drinking habits.
At just 13, Arwen vowed never to drink, smoke, or have sex until marriage, but life had other plans. By her late teens, she found herself working in the service industry, where alcohol became her go-to solution for her inner turmoil. Her story is a rollercoaster of highs and lows, marked by moments of clarity and deep despair. Arwen talks about her initial resistance to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), her eventual acceptance, and the transformative power of the programme.
She shares candid anecdotes about her early days in AA, the challenges she faced, and the small victories that kept her going. Arwen's narrative is not just about quitting alcohol; it's about finding a higher power, building a spiritual practice, and learning to live life on life's terms. The episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone struggling with addiction or looking for inspiration on their path to recovery.
Arwen's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the life-changing impact of AA. Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on this journey for years, Arwen's experiences offer valuable insights and a sense of camaraderie. So why should you tune in? Because Arwen's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about discovering a new way to live, filled with hope, faith, and community.
It's a reminder that no matter how dark things may seem, there's always a way out, and sometimes, it starts with simply showing up at a meeting.