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ESH: Leslie A (9 Years)
ESH: Leslie A (9 Years)
ESH: Leslie A (9 Years)
Sunday 20th August 2023
Listen to Leslie A's inspiring story of sobriety, self-discovery, and growth through making amends and supporting others on Sober Cast.
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Episode Overview
- Leslie's self-discovery and realization about her self-centeredness and need for control
- Her struggle to replicate her first positive drinking experience and attempts to quit
- Insight into her resistance and eventual realization about her alcoholism
- The solace and growth she finds in making amends and sponsoring others
- Her journey to finding love for herself through helping others
I was able to keep my grades up some, not what I would have liked, but you know, my emotional, I was a shell of a person by the time I came in here. Um, you know, I, my bottom was not anything.
Leslie A's journey to sobriety is a compelling tale of transformation and self-awareness. Getting sober in 2009, Leslie hails from Atlanta, Georgia, and in this episode, she opens up about her struggles and victories. She recounts her early days of drinking, chasing the high of her first positive experience, and the many failed attempts to quit. Her story takes a turn when she realizes her need for control and self-centeredness were major roadblocks on her path to recovery.
Listeners will be drawn into Leslie's candid reflections on making amends and how it became a cornerstone of her growth. She discusses the profound impact of sponsoring others, which not only helped them but also fostered her own healing and self-love. Through her narrative, Leslie illustrates the power of community and support in overcoming addiction. This episode is perfect for anyone seeking inspiration on their own journey to sobriety or those supporting a loved one through recovery.
Leslie's story is a testament to the strength found in vulnerability and the importance of helping others as a means to help oneself.