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Molly – What smashed the delusion we were like other people?
Molly – What smashed the delusion we were like other people?
Molly – What smashed the delusion we were like other people?
Sunday 15th December 2024
Molly shares her powerful story of battling alcoholism, the mental obsession it brought, and the steps that finally shattered her illusion of normal drinking.
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Get the buttons here!Molly's Journey: Shattering the Illusion of Normal Drinking
Episode Overview
- Molly's journey through alcoholism and recovery.
- The consuming mental obsession with drinking.
- Involvement in Alcoholics Anonymous and its impact.
- The importance of community and shared experiences.
- Working through the first step with a sponsor.
The thing that really smashed the delusion that I was like other people when it came to my drinking was going through the first step with a sponsor.
In this gripping episode of SoberQ, Molly opens up about her journey through alcoholism and the pivotal moments that shattered her illusion of being like other people. Molly recounts how her battle with alcohol beat her down to a state where she could finally become teachable. She vividly describes the mental obsession that consumed her and the agony it brought, making it clear there was no defence against the first drink.
Her story is raw and honest, detailing how she was in and out of institutions and physically beaten down, yet unable to stop drinking. Molly's turning point came when she started working through the first step with a sponsor, diving deep into the Big Book, and attending literature-based meetings. These experiences, coupled with hearing others share their stories, finally smashed her delusion and set her on the path to recovery.
This episode is a powerful testament to the importance of community and support in overcoming addiction. It's a must-listen for anyone struggling with alcohol or supporting someone who is.