AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Panel: Women in AA
Panel: Women in AA
Panel: Women in AA
Sunday 16th February 2025
Listen to inspiring testimonies from women in AA at the 31st Michigan Conference. Discover their journeys to self-respect and joy in sobriety.
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Recovery with AA
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Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Vivian shares her journey to regaining self-respect through AA.
- Zoe Shaver discusses the importance of community support for women in AA.
- The panel highlights the unique challenges faced by women in recovery.
- Speakers emphasise honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness as key to recovery.
- AA's transformative power in helping women find purpose and fulfilment.
Vivian found Vivian in AA and Vivian got her self-respect back in AA.
In this episode of Sober Cast, we dive into a special panel discussion from the 31st Michigan Conference in 1983, focusing on 'Women in AA'. This enlightening session features heartfelt testimonies from four inspiring women who share their personal journeys and the unique challenges they faced as women in Alcoholics Anonymous. Vivian opens up about her struggle with self-esteem and the double standards she encountered. She describes how AA helped her regain her self-respect and find joy in sobriety.
Zoe Shaver reflects on the importance of AA for women and the sense of community it provides, comparing it to carrying a torch that is passed from one woman to another. She dreams of a future where all women struggling with alcohol can find recovery and fulfil their potential. The panel also delves into the impact of societal expectations on women and how these pressures can exacerbate feelings of shame and inadequacy.
The speakers emphasise the importance of honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness in the recovery process. They share how AA has not only helped them stay sober but also transformed their lives, giving them a sense of purpose and fulfilment. Their stories are a testament to the power of community and support in overcoming addiction. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the unique experiences of women in recovery and the transformative power of AA.
So, if you're looking for inspiration, hope, and practical advice on your journey to sobriety, tune in to this powerful panel discussion.