The Boiled Owl
The Boiled Owl
Owl 033 Myra
Owl 033 Myra
Owl 033 Myra
Sunday 1st July 2018
Listen to Myra's candid journey to sobriety on Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast. Discover the roles of trust, service, and fellowship in her recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Myra's Path to Sobriety: Trust, Service, and Fellowship
And for her it was important that she could say that I am entirely clean.
Imagine a life where every day feels out of control, where blackout drinking is the norm. That's the life Myra lived until she decided to take her last drink in 1988. Although she continued to smoke pot occasionally for another four years, her journey to sobriety was far from straightforward. In this episode of the Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast, Myra opens up about her struggles and triumphs on the road to recovery.
She describes how reaching 30 days without a drink was a spiritual milestone, a moment that sparked a deeper trust in her higher power. By three months sober, she realized she had begun to trust herself and her higher power more than she ever thought possible. Therapy played a significant role in her journey, helping her confront the harsh reality that she was 'not a big fan of Myra'.
Despite these challenges, Myra found solace and strength in service, meetings, and fellowship. Her home group, Language of the Heart in Greensboro, NC, became a sanctuary where she could find the support she needed. Throughout the episode, Myra emphasizes the importance of community in recovery. She shares how being part of a group helped her stay accountable and provided the guidance necessary to navigate sobriety in a world where alcohol is everywhere.
Myra also touches on the dangers of so-called 'near beer' and step-down programs, warning that they can often lead back to drinking. Her story is a powerful reminder of the significance of spirituality, therapy, and community in overcoming addiction. Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on this path for years, Myra's candid conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in to hear her full story and discover how trust, service, and fellowship can make all the difference.