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From the Vault: Step 1 with Laura Wilson | Studying the Steps
From the Vault: Step 1 with Laura Wilson | Studying the Steps
From the Vault: Step 1 with Laura Wilson | Studying the Steps
Wednesday 1st January 2025
Laura Wilson shares her raw and honest journey through Step 1 of the 12-step programme, offering hope and insights into the recovery process.
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Episode Overview
- Laura shares her personal struggle with alcoholism and hitting rock bottom.
- She explains the concept of allergy and mental obsession in alcoholism.
- The importance of accepting one's condition for recovery is highlighted.
- Laura discusses various methods she tried to control her drinking.
- The supportive community at The Magdalen House played a crucial role in her recovery.
I thought if I said it out loud, then that was jinxing me to actually drink more and more.
In this episode of The Magdalen House Podcast, Laura Wilson dives deep into her journey through Step 1 of the 12-step programme. With honesty and raw emotion, Laura shares her personal experiences of reaching rock bottom and the desperation that led her to seek help at The Magdalen House. She opens up about living out of her car, hitting multiple dead ends, and finally conceding to her innermost self that she was an alcoholic.
Laura's story is a powerful testament to the struggle many face and the hope that recovery can bring. Her insights into the allergy and mental obsession associated with alcoholism are eye-opening, offering a clear understanding of why it's not just about willpower. Laura discusses the pivotal moment when she fully accepted her condition and the steps she took to embrace recovery.
Her journey is filled with relatable anecdotes, such as the misconceptions about alcoholism and the methods she tried to control her drinking. Laura's candidness about her past and her path to recovery makes this episode both engaging and educational. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Laura's story provides valuable insights and hope. Don't miss this chance to hear from someone who has walked the path and found a way out.