Recovery Hero: Fr Tom Excerpt - Hitting Bottom and Having HopeRecovery Hero: Fr Tom Excerpt - Hitting Bottom and Having Hope
Recovery Crone Podcast
Absolutely my favorite Fr Tom speaker pitch from 1992. You can listen to the whole recording here.
7:26•25 May 2022
Fr Tom's Journey: From Rock Bottom to Renewed Hope
“The difference between purgatory and hell is that in purgatory there is hope. That's what I mean by. I felt some hope at my first meeting of alcoholics anonymous.”
Imagine hitting rock bottom and feeling like there's no way out. That's exactly where Fr Tom found himself before discovering the lifeline that is Alcoholics Anonymous. In this heartfelt episode of the Recovery Crone Podcast, Fr Tom recounts his darkest days and the unexpected hope he found at his first AA meeting. The rituals and camaraderie of AA were new to him, but they quickly became a source of solace and strength.
When he announced he hadn't had a drink since Tuesday night, the group's applause caught him off guard. For the first time, he felt understood and supported by people who knew exactly what he was going through. Fr Tom's story is a poignant reminder of the power of community and the importance of finding support during tough times. He explains that while hell is devoid of hope, purgatory offers a glimmer of it, and that's what AA provided for him.
His journey underscores how the 12-step program can transform lives and offer a new perspective on life without alcohol. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Fr Tom's story is a beacon of hope and a testament to the transformative power of community support.
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