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ESH: Joy H - 20 Years
ESH: Joy H - 20 Years
ESH: Joy H - 20 Years
Saturday 26th March 2022
Hear Joy H's inspiring 20-year journey to sobriety on Sober Cast, highlighting AA principles and the turning point of hitting rock bottom.
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Get the buttons here!Joy H's Path to Sobriety: 20 Years of Triumph Over Alcoholism
When that man died, I was free, I had cleared away the path, I had swept my side of the street and I was free, and I had no regrets.
What does it take to reclaim your life from the clutches of alcohol addiction? Joy H, who got sober in 1991, has some answers. Speaking at the 12th Annual SWWCF conference in Cocoa Beach, Florida, in September 2011, Joy opens up about her two-decade journey to freedom from alcohol. She takes us back to her days of denial, recounting how her drinking led to job loss and even jail time.
But it was the gift of desperation that became her turning point. Joy found solace and strength in the basics of Alcoholics Anonymous—reading the Big Book, having a sponsor, and living by the program's principles. Joy's story is a testament to the transformative power of AA. She highlights how crucial having a sponsor was for her recovery, helping her navigate the ups and downs and stay committed to sobriety.
Sponsoring others, working at a treatment center, and starting a family were significant milestones that added meaning to her sober life. One of the key messages from Joy's experience is the importance of hitting rock bottom. It was this moment of utter despair that pushed her to seek help and turn her life around. Her candid reflections offer hope and inspiration for anyone grappling with addiction.
Joy's journey underscores that recovery is not just possible but achievable, even when the odds seem insurmountable. Through determination and the support of Alcoholics Anonymous, she found peace and freedom in sobriety. If you're looking for a story that speaks to the heart and soul of recovery, Joy H's journey is one you won't want to miss.