The Boiled Owl
The Boiled Owl
Owl 094 Shana
Owl 094 Shana
Owl 094 Shana
Friday 15th January 2021
Hear Shana's inspiring journey from resistance to sobriety on Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast. Discover the power of surrender and self-reflection.
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Get the buttons here!Shana's Awakening: From Struggle to Sobriety
Eventually, you know, I just wanted more from life, like I didn't want to keep living this life where I was, you know, kind of pretending to still have this lifestyle of a drinker and going to bars and drinking their beers and hanging out with saint like.
Ever felt like you were fighting a losing battle with alcohol? Shana knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of the Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast, Shana opens up about her tumultuous journey to sobriety. She candidly shares how she initially resisted the idea of being an alcoholic and tried to manage her addiction with a 'marijuana maintenance plan'. But, as she found out, drinking and using didn’t work for her, leading to frustration and anger.
Her story takes a turn when she attends a roundup and experiences a spiritual awakening. This pivotal moment, combined with the support from her home groups—Colors of Gratitude and Live and Let Live in Greensboro, NC—set her on a new path. Shana’s sobriety date is 15th February 2009, marking the beginning of a life transformed by Alcoholics Anonymous. Throughout the episode, Shana emphasizes the importance of surrendering control, finding a sponsor, and diving deep into self-reflection through the fourth step.
She explains how these elements helped her better understand herself and mend her relationships. Her insights into letting go and living in the present are both profound and practical, offering hope to anyone struggling with addiction. This episode isn’t just about Shana’s struggles; it’s about the power of community and the transformative impact of working the AA program. Tune in to hear Shana’s inspiring story and discover how embracing a new way of life can lead to lasting sobriety.