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Heather G. from TN / FOTS Toronto Step 11 Speaker Series 10/29/24
Heather G. from TN / FOTS Toronto Step 11 Speaker Series 10/29/24
Heather G. from TN / FOTS Toronto Step 11 Speaker Series 10/29/24
Monday 11th November 2024
Heather G. shares her raw and hopeful journey from addiction to recovery in this powerful AA speaker series episode.
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Episode Overview
- Heather G. shares her journey from addiction to recovery.
- Discusses the importance of Step 11: prayer and meditation.
- Highlights the role of community support in sobriety.
- Offers advice on staying connected to your spiritual journey.
- Shares personal anecdotes that add humour and lightness.
I was dying of alcoholism and sobriety because I hadn't surrendered to a power greater than myself.
Heather G. from Tennessee shares her incredible journey of recovery in this episode of the Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers podcast. Speaking for the Fellowship of the Spirit Toronto Group, Heather takes you through her life story with humour and honesty. From her early days growing up in East Tennessee to her struggles with alcoholism that led her to New York and LA, Heather's tale is both harrowing and hopeful.
She talks about hitting rock bottom, her first 'God moment', and the life-changing decision to join Alcoholics Anonymous in 1987. Her story is a powerful testament to the transformative power of sobriety and the importance of community support in recovery. Heather's candid recounting includes humorous anecdotes, like Googling how to keep meat hot and ending up with erectile dysfunction ads, which lighten the mood while tackling serious issues.
She doesn't shy away from discussing the darkest moments of her addiction, including a terrifying encounter that almost led to her being raped and murdered. But it's not all doom and gloom – Heather also shares the joys and triumphs she's experienced in sobriety, including finding peace and forgiveness with her estranged father-in-law. This episode is a deep dive into Step 11 of the AA programme, where Heather discusses the significance of prayer, meditation, and seeking a higher power.
She offers practical advice on how to stay connected to your spiritual journey, even when facing chronic illness or other life challenges. Heather's message is clear: no matter how far you've fallen, there's always hope for recovery if you're willing to seek help and stay committed to the programme. Heather's story is a must-listen for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. Her raw honesty and resilience are truly inspiring.
So, if you're looking for a dose of hope and a reminder that you're not alone on this journey, tune in to hear Heather G.'s powerful testimony.