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Harold L. Dogwood Men's Retreat Palestine, TX March 2024
Harold L. Dogwood Men's Retreat Palestine, TX March 2024
Harold L. Dogwood Men's Retreat Palestine, TX March 2024
Monday 6th May 2024
Harold L. shares his inspiring journey from addiction to recovery at the Dogwood Men's Retreat in Palestine, Texas.
70 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Harold L. shares his journey from addiction to sobriety.
- Emphasises the importance of strong sponsorship in recovery.
- Discusses making amends and living a life centred on humility and love.
- Highlights the transformative power of AA.
- Encourages support for the AA community.
The only thing our illness has no defence against is love.
In this episode of Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers, Harold L. takes the stage at the Dogwood Men's Retreat in Palestine, Texas, sharing his journey with raw honesty and heartfelt anecdotes. Harold, a proud member of A.A. on the Rocks from St. Louis, Missouri, celebrates his sobriety since April 7, 1987. He credits strong sponsorship and the support of his AA community for his lasting recovery.
Harold's talk is filled with gratitude for those who have supported him and a call to show love to the AA community by supporting their efforts, whether through purchasing CDs or simply being there for one another. He recounts his early life, born on the Oklahoma-Kansas border, and the struggles he faced with an alcoholic father and a life of crime that led him to the Department of Corrections.
Harold speaks about the transformative power of AA, emphasising that anyone can change their life by making the choice to embrace recovery. He shares personal stories of making amends, the importance of prayer and meditation, and the joy of living a life centred on humility, self-sacrifice, and love. Harold's message is clear: no matter your circumstances, you have the power to change your life and find happiness in sobriety.
This episode is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit, offering hope and inspiration to anyone on their recovery journey. Tune in to hear Harold's compelling story and be reminded that love is the greatest gift in the battle against addiction.