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Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA

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  • ESH: Tera F

ESH: Tera F

Saturday 3rd August 2024

Tera F shares her powerful story of overcoming alcoholism, from early struggles to finding hope and community in AA.
40 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Raw
Hopeful
Supportive

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Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA
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Recovery with AA
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Tera F's Journey: From Peppermint Schnapps to Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Tera F's journey from early drinking to sobriety
  • The role of AA and the 12-step programme in her recovery
  • The impact of family and friends on her journey
  • The importance of community support in overcoming addiction
  • How transformative moments shaped her path to sobriety
I was normal. I was on honour roll ASB track team cheerleader, all those things that good girls do. And I met this boy, and he was the class clown.
In this heartfelt episode of Sober Cast, Tera F shares her journey to sobriety with raw honesty and a touch of humour. Sober since 1994, Tera takes you through her life from her first drink behind a donut shop to her transformative experiences in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Her story is a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with relatable moments and eye-opening revelations about the struggles and triumphs of living sober.
Tera's narrative is rich with personal anecdotes that will make you laugh, cry, and reflect. She talks about her early days of drinking peppermint schnapps behind a dumpster, her rebellious teenage years, and the pivotal moments that led her to AA. Her experiences with friends and family, particularly the touching story of her father's support, add layers of depth to her journey.
You'll hear about the kindness and support Tera received from the AA community, which played a crucial role in her recovery. From detox centres to sober living homes, Tera's path wasn't easy, but it was filled with moments of grace and learning. She shares how AA's 12-step programme and the support of her sponsors helped her overcome the obsession to drink. If you're looking for an inspiring tale of resilience and hope, Tera's story is a must-listen.
It's a testament to the power of community and the human spirit's ability to overcome adversity. Tune in to hear how Tera transformed her life and found a purpose in helping others on their sobriety journey.