Gloria A.: From Chaos to Connection in Alcoholics Anonymous
Episode Overview
Gloria's journey from chaos to sobriety is filled with humour and honesty. She highlights the importance of spirituality and living in the 'now'. The support system in AA played a crucial role in her recovery. Her story underscores the joy of helping others in their recovery journey. Gloria emphasises that sobriety brings a deeper understanding of life.
If we could stay drunk, I guess we would. So maybe we can't stay drunk, but we can stay sober.
Gloria A., an AA member, shares her captivating journey through alcoholism and recovery in this episode of Recovery Radio Network. With a blend of humour and heartfelt honesty, Gloria recounts her early life, marked by a German heritage, a speakeasy-owning grandmother, and a love for drinking and gambling. Her tales are peppered with anecdotes about her family, including her strict father who introduced her to alcohol to prevent others from taking advantage of her on dates.
Gloria's story is both entertaining and sobering, as she describes the chaos that alcohol brought into her life and the pivotal moments that led her to sobriety. From the birth of her children to her husband's career in the police force, every chapter of her life was intertwined with alcohol until she found solace in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous.
She highlights the transformative power of the fellowship, the importance of spirituality, and the joy of living one day at a time. Gloria's narrative is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the support system that AA provides. Her story is not just about overcoming addiction but about finding purpose and connection in sobriety.
Tune in to hear Gloria's inspiring words and find out why she believes in living in the 'now' and embracing the support of the AA community.