Howard L.
Howard L.
Janet H. – Sober 39 Years
Janet H. – Sober 39 Years
Janet H. – Sober 39 Years
Wednesday 11th January 2023
Join Janet H. on AA Recovery Interviews as she shares her 39-year journey of sobriety, touching on family history, depression, and the importance of sponsorship.
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Get the buttons here!Janet H.: 39 Years of Sobriety and Counting
Her commitment and dedication to AA is evident to all, as is her willingness to help other alcoholics.
Imagine growing up surrounded by both the chaos of alcoholism and the hope of recovery. That's Janet H.'s story. With a father who stayed sober for nearly 50 years, you'd think she had a roadmap to avoid the pitfalls of drinking. Yet, like many, Janet's own journey with alcohol began early and spiraled through high school, college, and her early career.
She managed to keep up appearances for a while, but the cracks started to show as her drinking habits deepened, leading to isolation and depression. In this episode of AA Recovery Interviews, host Howard L. sits down with Janet to unpack her incredible 39-year journey of sobriety. They delve into the complexities of her early life, the turning points that led her to seek help, and the role her father's experience played in her own recovery.
Janet candidly discusses how she came to realize that her depression and drinking were intertwined, a realization that pushed her towards AA in 1983. Janet's story is a testament to the power of perseverance. She talks about those early days in AA when just not drinking was a monumental achievement. With time, she found a sponsor, worked through the steps, and began to rebuild her life emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
One of the highlights of this episode is Janet's reflection on the importance of sponsorship within AA. She shares how helping others has been a cornerstone of her own recovery. This episode is more than just a recounting of Janet's past; it's a deep dive into the lessons she's learned along the way. From navigating relationships and dealing with grief to finding purpose in helping others, Janet's insights are both practical and inspiring.
Whether you're on your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Janet's story offers valuable lessons and a dose of hope.