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ESH: Chris C wasnt ready to stop drinking but was ready to stop suffering
ESH: Chris C wasnt ready to stop drinking but was ready to stop suffering
ESH: Chris C wasnt ready to stop drinking but was ready to stop suffering
Wednesday 26th October 2022
Chris C shares her journey from deep suffering to peace through AA in this Sober Cast episode. Discover the power of surrender and community.
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And what I have learned is sometimes the best 12th step I can do is just a good 11th step, because there are people in this room this morning. You cannot, you can't pay for college now.
Chris C's story is a powerful testament to the journey from deep suffering to genuine peace. Hailing from Coshocton, Ohio, Chris shares her raw and authentic experience at the Aim for Ames Roundup in Iowa, recorded in 2015. For years, Chris wrestled with alcoholism, often finding herself on the brink of despair. Her struggle wasn't just with alcohol but with the overwhelming sense of suffering that accompanied it.
In this episode of Sober Cast, Chris opens up about the pivotal moment when she decided she was ready to stop suffering, even if she wasn't entirely ready to stop drinking. This crucial distinction led her to a Big Book workshop in Lake Milton, Ohio, where she encountered the transformative power of the 11th step. It was here that Chris experienced a profound spiritual awakening, feeling as though she was catapulted into a new dimension of existence.
Chris's narrative is filled with moments of surrender and acceptance. She discusses how giving up control and entrusting her life to a higher power brought about changes she never thought possible. The episode delves into the importance of sponsorship and service work in her recovery, illustrating how these elements helped her grow and heal. One of the most touching aspects of Chris's story is her focus on family and community.
She speaks candidly about the damage her drinking caused to her relationships and how, through the principles of AA, she was able to mend those bonds. The fellowship within AA provided her with a new family, offering support and understanding that was crucial to her recovery. Chris C's journey from pain to peace is an inspiring listen for anyone affected by addiction.
Her story underscores the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous and the profound changes that can occur when one is willing to surrender and embrace a new way of living.