Helen M.'s Journey: Nearly Three Years Sober
Episode Overview
Helen's introduction to alcohol at an early age due to family issues. Struggles with addiction throughout adolescence and early adulthood. Finding AA in 2018 but fully committing in 2021. Importance of daily Zoom meetings during COVID-19. Role of spiritual growth, sponsorship, and service work in her recovery.
Her story bears witness to AA members in their early years of the power of the program.
In this episode of AA Recovery Interviews, you'll meet Helen M. from London, England, who has been sober for nearly three years. Helen shares her powerful journey of battling alcohol addiction, starting from her early childhood when she first found solace in alcohol to cope with mistreatment from her sisters. Despite growing up in a non-alcoholic household, Helen's struggle with addiction intensified during her adolescence and early adulthood, leading to lost jobs, ruined relationships, and serious health issues.
Helen's story takes a hopeful turn when she finally finds Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in 2018. However, her path to sobriety wasn't straightforward. It was only in September 2021 that she fully embraced the program, attending daily Zoom meetings during the early days of COVID-19. Her dedication to working the steps, studying the Big Book, and engaging in service work has been instrumental in her recovery. Helen's enthusiasm for AA is contagious.
She speaks passionately about the gifts of the program, including spiritual awareness and the importance of having a sponsor. Her story serves as a beacon of hope for those in their early years of sobriety and a reminder to seasoned members of the power of faith and action. Helen's experiences highlight the transformative power of AA and the importance of community and support in the journey to sobriety.
Whether you're new to AA or have been sober for years, Helen's story is sure to inspire and encourage you to stay committed to your own path. Tune in to hear Helen's heartfelt reflections and gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of living a sober life. Her journey is a testament to the strength and resilience required to overcome addiction. Why not give it a listen and see how Helen's story resonates with your own experiences?
It's a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, one day at a time.