Susanna Eller's Path: From Recovery to Self-Discovery
And I just hope that no woman that I ever worked with feels the need for someone to tell them what to do, how to behave, how to feel. That the biggest injustice I ever did was not tell them: let's learn how to trust yourself.
Thanksgiving leftovers in hand, you'll find yourself engrossed in Susanna Eller's compelling story. In this episode of 'On the Emmis', Susanna takes us back to 1999, when she first joined the Enthusiastic Sobriety Program in Augusta, Georgia. After two decades of following the program's strict guidelines, she began questioning her 'alcoholic' label and sought to understand her true self.
This conversation uncovers the origins of the Augusta group and highlights memorable figures like Stephen and Sherm, who played pivotal roles in Susanna's journey. More than just a recounting of events, Susanna's narrative delves into the manipulative tactics employed by the program and their profound effects on mental health. She opens up about the struggles of leaving such a controlling environment and emphasizes the crucial step of learning to trust oneself again.
By the end of this episode, listeners are left with a powerful message about resilience and the importance of supporting those who have endured similar experiences.