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Olis S. from Oakland, CA Grace Group Zoom Meeting 12/11/2024
Olis S. from Oakland, CA Grace Group Zoom Meeting 12/11/2024
Olis S. from Oakland, CA Grace Group Zoom Meeting 12/11/2024
Sunday 22nd December 2024
Join Olis S. from Oakland as she shares her powerful journey through sobriety, emphasising community, service, and personal growth in AA.
47 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Gratitude for the collective effort in AA meetings.
- Importance of service in maintaining sobriety.
- Steps of AA as a guide for personal growth.
- Making amends and seeking forgiveness.
- Living a sober life through spiritual practices.
The truth is that victims don't recover.
In this heartfelt episode of Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers, Olis S. from Oakland, CA, shares her powerful journey through sobriety. With a sobriety date of May 21, 1987, Olis brings over three decades of experience and wisdom to the Grace Group Zoom Meeting. She begins by expressing gratitude for the collective effort that makes AA meetings possible, highlighting the importance of community and support in the recovery process.
Olis's story is a blend of humour, honesty, and raw emotion as she recounts her early memories of alcohol and the pivotal moments that shaped her path to sobriety. From her first taste of beer at four years old to her decision to drink scotch at eight, Olis's anecdotes are both poignant and relatable. She emphasises the importance of service in AA, sharing how her involvement in HNI (Hospitals and Institutions) work played a crucial role in her recovery.
Olis's candid reflections on the steps of AA, particularly steps 4 through 12, provide valuable insights into the spiritual growth and personal accountability that underpin the programme. Her discussion on making amends and the transformative power of forgiveness is especially moving. Olis challenges listeners to consider their own freedom and how their actions align with their beliefs. Her message is clear: true recovery requires looking inward, taking responsibility, and being willing to do the hard work.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on living a sober life. Don't miss out on Olis's unique perspective and heartfelt wisdom.