Shank and Wayne
Shank and Wayne
No Matter What with Dee G
No Matter What with Dee G
No Matter What with Dee G
Tuesday 23rd April 2024
Dee G. shares her experiences of handling adversity in sobriety with humour and honesty, highlighting the importance of the 12 steps and fellowship.
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Episode Overview
- Recovery requires continuous effort and commitment.
- The 12 steps are essential for dealing with life's challenges.
- Having a sponsor and a home group can significantly aid in sobriety.
- Understanding the difference between fellowship and the actual programme is crucial.
- Facing adversity without turning to alcohol is possible with the right support.
Staying sober is actually easy, but people don't like to hear that.
In this episode of Alcoholics Alive!, Dee G. opens up about her journey through adversity in sobriety. With a mix of humour and raw honesty, Dee shares her experiences growing up in an alcoholic family and the challenges she faced before finding solace in Alcoholics Anonymous. She talks about the importance of the 12 steps, having a sponsor, and the significance of a home group.
Dee’s story is filled with ups and downs, including overcoming a dysfunctional family background and dealing with life's hurdles without turning to alcohol. She emphasises the idea that recovery isn’t a smooth ride but requires continuous effort and commitment. The hosts, Shank and Wayne, engage Dee in a lively discussion about the misconceptions in AA meetings and the crucial difference between fellowship and the actual programme.
If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on staying sober through tough times, this episode is a must-listen. Dee’s candid reflections on her sobriety journey will leave you feeling hopeful and motivated to take the next step in your own recovery.