How I Met My Mother, Sober
How I Met My Mother, Sober
S2 E14 - The Sponsor Episode
S2 E14 - The Sponsor Episode
S2 E14 - The Sponsor Episode
Monday 18th April 2022
Julianne and Donna explore the power of sponsorship in AA with Terri, discussing relapse, addiction shame, and genuine recovery. Listen now!
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Get the buttons here!Terri's Tale: The Power of Sponsorship in AA
Talking to people that aren't just in the rooms that get it, like talking to people that might not get it, people like me who had all these judgments about what an alcoholic or a drug addict was, that they were weak, that they were all the things that I had a hard time reconciling with myself in the beginning.
Ever wondered what it's like to have a sponsor who truly challenges you? In this episode of 'How I Met My Mother, Sober', Julianne and Donna sit down with Terri, Julianne's first and only sponsor. They dive into Julianne's early days in Alcoholics Anonymous, marked by chronic relapses and a hefty dose of a god complex. Terri, who has seen it all, shares her experiences of guiding Julianne through the tumultuous journey of recovery.
She opens up about the highs and lows of sponsorship, offering a candid look at the real work behind those AA meetings. From the struggle of addiction shame to the importance of genuine connections, this episode is packed with raw, heartfelt moments. Julianne also revisits her old AA meeting spot with Donna and Terri, promising more reflections in a future episode. If you're looking for a mix of hard truths and hope, this conversation is a must-listen.