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Sandra L. - Everything Centered Around Booze
Sandra L. - Everything Centered Around Booze
Sandra L. - Everything Centered Around Booze
Monday 21st December 2020
Sandra L. shares her inspiring journey from trauma and addiction to finding sobriety on Podcast Recovery. A story of hope, resilience, and support.
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Long-term sobriety and recovery is possible and a good life is even more possible than you don't pick off.
Have you ever wondered how someone turns their life around after years of addiction? In this episode of Podcast Recovery, Sandra L. opens up about her journey from trauma and addiction to finding sobriety. With a sobriety date of March 26, 1995, Sandra's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of support systems in recovery. Sandra's early life was marked by significant challenges.
Growing up, she witnessed her father struggle with mental illness, which deeply affected her. Turning to alcohol as a coping mechanism, she found herself trapped in a cycle of addiction. But Sandra's story is not just about the struggles; it's about the triumphs too. She faced numerous setbacks and relapses but managed to stay on track with the help of supportive people around her.
One of the most poignant moments in Sandra's story is when she recalls the bravery of another woman who helped her during a particularly dark time. 'I was very fortunate that a woman, another woman who was very brave... I look back on it now and I go, god, you were brave because I was born angry', she shares. This highlights the importance of having a strong support system and the impact it can have on one's recovery journey.
Sandra also emphasizes the importance of staying active in recovery. 'Free time and no direction are dangerous because we can easily fall into old behaviors', she explains. Her advice is clear: staying engaged in recovery activities is crucial for long-term sobriety. Sandra's journey is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, even when it seems out of reach. Her story is one of hope, perseverance, and the incredible strength it takes to overcome addiction.
Tune in to Podcast Recovery to hear Sandra L.'s inspiring journey and find out how she turned her life around.