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Megan T. Steps 4-5 Stepping Stones Workshop Philadelphia, PA 9/30/10
Megan T. Steps 4-5 Stepping Stones Workshop Philadelphia, PA 9/30/10
Megan T. Steps 4-5 Stepping Stones Workshop Philadelphia, PA 9/30/10
Tuesday 20th February 2024
Megan T. shares her journey through Steps 4-5 at the Stepping Stones Workshop, offering hope and practical insights for those in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Megan T. shares her experience with Steps 4-5.
- Emphasises the importance of a supportive home group.
- Discusses the role of sponsorship in AA.
- Highlights the transformative power of writing an inventory.
- Speaks on finding grace and dignity through faith.
My sobriety date is October 4th of 2015, and my home group... taught me how to be a lady of dignity and grace here in the Fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous
Megan T. takes the stage at the Stepping Stones Workshop in Philadelphia, sharing her deeply personal journey through Steps 4 and 5 of Alcoholics Anonymous. With a mix of humour and heartfelt honesty, Megan recounts her transformation from a struggling alcoholic to a woman of dignity and grace. Her story begins with a loving yet dysfunctional family background, marked by suppressed emotions and a lack of open discussion about mental health.
Despite her achievements and the support of her family, Megan found herself turning to alcohol to cope with internal pressures and feelings of separation from God and the world around her. Through vivid anecdotes, Megan describes the pivotal moments that led her to seek help, including a late-night conversation with her father that underscored his unconditional love.
She also highlights the importance of her home group in Tom's River, New Jersey, which provided her with the support and dignity she desperately needed. Megan's narrative is filled with relatable experiences, from high school viewing parties of 'Jersey Shore' to the humbling process of writing a thorough inventory as part of her recovery. One of the most powerful aspects of Megan's talk is her emphasis on the sacred responsibility of sponsorship within AA.
She shares how her sponsor guided her through the steps with unwavering commitment, even suggesting she share parts of her inventory with a priest for added healing. Megan's story is a testament to the transformative power of AA's 12-step programme and the grace of God in her life. If you're looking for an inspiring tale of recovery, resilience, and the power of community, Megan's talk is a must-listen.
Her journey offers hope and practical insights for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting a loved one through their recovery.