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Polly P. | Recovered: Interviews With Alcoholic Women | A Podcast from The Magdalen House
Polly P. | Recovered: Interviews With Alcoholic Women | A Podcast from The Magdalen House
Polly P. | Recovered: Interviews With Alcoholic Women | A Podcast from The Magdalen House
Wednesday 27th January 2021
Listen to Polly P.'s inspiring story on The Magdalen House Podcast as she discusses overcoming alcoholism, the 12-Step program, and the power of community.
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Get the buttons here!Polly P.'s Journey: From Struggles to Strength Through the 12 Steps
The disease, the biggest disease is that nobody loves me. And my disease of perception will tell me, even at holly, you don't have anything to say to those women this morning. So the body, my disease of the body, is arrested.
What happens when you combine the power of community, the 12-Step program, and a woman determined to change her life? You get Polly P.'s remarkable story. In this episode of The Magdalen House Podcast, Polly opens up about her battle with alcoholism and how she found a path to recovery. She dives into the transformative power of the 12-Step program, shedding light on how it helped her become the woman and mother she always wanted to be.
Polly emphasizes the importance of being willing to help other alcoholics, sharing that this mutual support is a cornerstone of her sobriety journey. One of the most intriguing parts of her story is her discussion on the 'disease of perception'. Polly explains how distorted self-views fueled her addiction and how working through the steps and practicing nightly inventory helped her rebuild her self-esteem.
Family relationships also play a significant role in her narrative, as Polly talks about the impact of her alcoholism on her loved ones and how recovery has mended those bonds. Community and fellowship have been vital in Polly's journey, providing her with a network of support and encouragement. She encourages listeners to delve into the Big Book and work the steps, highlighting these tools as essential for anyone seeking recovery.
Polly also underscores the value of supporting organizations like The Magdalen House, which offer crucial services to alcoholic women at no cost. This episode is a heartfelt testament to the power of recovery and the incredible strength found in community.