Adina Silvestri
Adina Silvestri
How a “devout atheist” found her higher power
How a “devout atheist” found her higher power
How a “devout atheist” found her higher power
Thursday 2nd January 2020
Dorri, a 'devout atheist,' shares her journey from idolizing Jimi Hendrix to overcoming addiction in 'Atheists in Recovery'.
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Adina Silvestri
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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What has helped me in life in so many ways is all these little bits from all these different parts of life.
Dorri's story is anything but ordinary. In this episode of 'Atheists in Recovery', host Adina Silvestri sits down with Dorri, who once saw Jimi Hendrix as her higher power. Dorri's journey is a rollercoaster ride through addiction, self-discovery, and resilience. Imagine growing up with the shadows of the Nazi Holocaust lingering over your family, and a stolen Nazi dagger becoming part of a dark suicide plan. These are just some of the intense experiences Dorri shares.
She opens up about how a childhood game in fifth grade became her first taste of escape, and how the book 'Go Ask Alice' influenced her view on drugs. Art played a pivotal role in her recovery, helping her find a way back after blackouts. Dorri also reflects on the positive aspects of AA and how she rationalized her substance use even while attending 12-step meetings. Her take on 'the God within' in Buddhism offers a fresh perspective on spirituality.
With the unwavering support of her AA sponsor of 31 years, Dorri has navigated traumatic events and learned valuable behavioral skills to manage depression. This episode is a testament to the power of community and the human spirit's resilience. Dive into Dorri's compelling narrative and find inspiration in her unconventional path to recovery.