The Boiled Owl
The Boiled Owl
Owl 041 Karen
Owl 041 Karen
Owl 041 Karen
Thursday 1st November 2018
Karen discusses her path to sobriety on the Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast, focusing on gratitude, self-forgiveness, and discipline.
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Karen's journey to sobriety began after her husband left, leading her to rely heavily on alcohol. Her first attempt at recovery involved a start-over chip, marking the beginning of a challenging but transformative path. In this episode of the Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast, Karen opens up about her experiences and the pivotal moments that shaped her recovery. One of the key elements in Karen's early sobriety was gratitude.
Despite the hardships she faced, she found solace in recognizing the positive aspects of her life. This sense of gratitude became a guiding light, helping her navigate through tough times. Karen also delves into her experience with Step 5, which was a public and painful process but ultimately allowed her to forgive herself and move forward. Sponsorship played a crucial role in Karen's recovery.
Initially, she didn't understand the concept, but six months into her journey, she found a sponsor who provided the support she needed. Karen discusses the importance of finding a sponsor who is a good fit for your personal recovery journey. Making amends and self-forgiveness are central themes in Karen's story. She talks about how confronting her past mistakes and admitting her wrongs helped her reclaim power over her demons.
By making amends to those she had hurt, she was able to correct her past actions and focus on living one day at a time. Discipline also played a significant role in Karen's sobriety. She emphasizes that committing to certain tasks and activities, even when she didn't feel like it, was instrumental in maintaining her sobriety. Through discipline and focusing on others, Karen has been able to stay sober and live a fulfilling life.
Tune into this episode of the Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast to hear Karen's inspiring story and reflections on her journey to sobriety.