AA Podcast
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ESH: Deborah M
ESH: Deborah M
ESH: Deborah M
Thursday 1st August 2024
Deborah M shares her raw and inspiring journey from addiction to recovery at the Ontario Canada Regional Conference.
49 minutes
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Hopeful
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Episode Overview
- Deborah M shares her journey from addiction to sobriety.
- Her early years were marked by isolation and a severe alcohol overdose.
- She credits AA and her sponsor Sandy for her recovery.
- Her relationship with her parents played a crucial role in her journey.
- Deborah has fostered and adopted children, giving back to the community.
"For this little girl who had tried to commit suicide a couple months before, for the first time I could breathe"
Deborah M's heartfelt journey, shared at the Ontario Canada Regional Conference, is nothing short of inspiring. Growing up in a loving yet challenging family environment in Toronto, Deborah's early years were marked by a sense of isolation and a desperate search for belonging. Her story takes you through her tumultuous teenage years, marked by a severe alcohol overdose at 14, which led to a life-changing moment of surrender and a call to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
Deborah's recounting of her sobriety journey is raw and authentic. With a sobriety date of November 25th, 1990, she credits her sponsor Sandy and her home group in Caesarea, Ontario, as the pillars of her recovery. Her tale is filled with both harrowing lows and triumphant highs, from living in a crack house in L.A. to finding solace and community within AA meetings. One of the most poignant moments in Deborah's story is her relationship with her parents.
Despite their financial struggles and emotional pain caused by her addiction, they never gave up on her. Their unwavering support culminated in a trip to Hawaii, which became a turning point in her life. Today, Deborah cares for her mother with Alzheimer's, embodying the full circle of love and care that defines her journey.
Deborah's story doesn't end with her own recovery; she has also opened her heart and home to foster children, recently finalising the adoption of an 11-year-old boy. Her narrative is a testament to the transformative power of AA and the importance of community and support. Deborah's candidness and humour make this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and inspiration in their own recovery journey.
Her story is a reminder that no matter how dark the path may seem, there is always a way forward. Feeling inspired? Tune in to hear Deborah M's incredible journey and find your own spark of hope.