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ESH: Lila R sober in 1969 speaking in 2012 (43 Years)
ESH: Lila R sober in 1969 speaking in 2012 (43 Years)
ESH: Lila R sober in 1969 speaking in 2012 (43 Years)
Friday 8th January 2021
Lila R shares her 43-year journey to sobriety on Sober Cast, highlighting emotional balance and the power of community in AA.
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Get the buttons here!Lila R's 43-Year Sobriety Journey: Finding Balance and Community
If you're in the mid-years of your life and things are tough as they are in the world these days, find some people that have lost jobs, had jobs, big jobs, small jobs, all kinds of jobs. That's where it starts at the forward, with the little Xs and the roman numeral things back there first page, right to the 164th page. Think I'm getting a cold because I'm in Seattle.
Ever wondered how someone can stay sober for over four decades? Meet Lila R from Santa Monica, California. She got sober in October 1969 and shared her incredible story in January 2012 at the Live at Pine Lake Speaker Meeting in Seattle. This episode of Sober Cast takes you through Lila's emotional rollercoaster and her quest for balance through the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) program.
Lila talks about the chaos her life was before AA and how the program helped her find stability. She highlights the importance of staying connected to the AA community, not just by attending meetings but also by engaging with people outside of them. Reading the Big Book multiple times was crucial for her, as it helped her grasp the essence of the 12-step program and apply it to her life.
What's fascinating about Lila's journey is her emphasis on emotional honesty. She believes that acknowledging and accepting your feelings is a vital part of recovery. Her story isn't just about staying sober; it's about living a balanced, 'right-sized' life. For Lila, the spiritual aspect of AA has been transformative, helping her navigate life's ups and downs without turning to alcohol. If you're looking for inspiration or practical advice on sobriety, Lila's story is a must-listen.
Her 43 years of sobriety offer a treasure trove of insights into the power of community, the importance of emotional balance, and the transformative nature of the 12-step program. Tune in to hear how Lila's commitment to AA has shaped her life and kept her sober through thick and thin.