Steve Bennet-Martin

gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast

Steve Bennet-Martin

  • Forgiveness and Feeling At Home ft. Ginelle

Forgiveness and Feeling At Home ft. Ginelle

Thursday 18th July 2024

Join Steve Martin-Bennet as he chats with Ginelle Testa about her sobriety journey, community support, and upcoming memoir.
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22 minutes
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gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast
Author:
Steve Bennet-Martin
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Finding Home in Sobriety: Ginelle's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Ginelle shares her decade-long journey to sobriety.
  • The role of community and AA in maintaining sobriety.
  • The healing power of writing and its impact on recovery.
  • The importance of forgiveness and self-acceptance.
  • Navigating queer identity while staying sober.
I think I depended really heavily on my sponsors, my fellows, my meetings to tell me what to do.
Get ready for an inspiring chat with Ginelle Testa in this episode of 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast'. Host Steve Martin-Bennet dives into Ginelle's decade-long sobriety journey, her struggles, and triumphs. Ginelle, a Boston native and upcoming author, shares how she found her way to sobriety after battling alcohol and drug addiction from a young age. She talks about the pivotal moment that led her to seek help and the role that community and AA played in her recovery.
Ginelle's story is one of resilience and self-discovery, as she navigates her queer identity and the challenges of staying sober. The conversation touches on the importance of finding a supportive community, the healing power of writing, and the concept of forgiveness. Ginelle also gives a sneak peek into her upcoming memoir, 'Make a Home Out of You', which delves into her experiences with addiction and recovery.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and insight into the journey of sobriety, especially within the LGBT+ community. Don't miss out on Ginelle's heartfelt reflections and valuable advice. Tune in to hear how she turned her life around and found a sense of home in sobriety.