Ruthie R.: Finding Strength and Sobriety Against All Odds
Sometimes it's as simple as just acknowledging the feeling and acknowledging like: hey, this is going on inside of me, because I think part of me was trying to act as if it wasn't happening.
Picture this: you're in the grip of addiction, feeling lost and alone. That was Ruthie R.'s reality until she found a way out. In this episode of 'Keep Coming Back', Ruthie opens up about her battle with addiction and her journey towards a sober life. At 34, and sober since May 1, 2018, Ruthie dives deep into her experiences with the AA program, the fellowship, and the moments when it felt like nothing was working. One of her biggest hurdles?
When the tools she relied on seemed to fail her. But Ruthie didn’t give up. She talks candidly about the power of honesty and self-reflection in recovery, and how acknowledging her feelings became a turning point. Finding her higher power was another key step, helping her to rebuild her life without addiction. Throughout the episode, Ruthie shares raw and real stories from her past, including the dangerous situations her addiction led her into.
She describes the chaos of her addiction and the self-destructive path she was on. But with the help of AA and the support of her fellowship, she found a new way to live and formed meaningful relationships. Ruthie's journey is one of personal growth and breakthroughs. She emphasizes the importance of divine timing and making amends, showing how these elements have played a crucial role in her recovery.
Life after addiction isn't easy, but Ruthie's story is a testament to the fact that change is possible. Tune in to hear Ruthie's inspiring tale and see how she turned her life around.