Suzanne R- Out of a Cult into Alcoholics Anonymous

Suzanne R- Out of a Cult into Alcoholics Anonymous

Sober Speak- Alcoholics Anonymous Recovery Interviews

Episode 80 In this episode of Sober Speak, we listen to Suzanne R tell us about it was like growing up living in a fear-based cult. Suzanne details the characteristics and tactics used by cults to dominate, retain and segregate members from society a...

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1:31:3624 May 2019

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From Cult to Clarity: Suzanne R's Journey with Alcoholics Anonymous

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Suzanne R's life has been a whirlwind of extreme experiences, and she’s here to share her incredible journey on 'Sober Speak'. Growing up in a fear-based cult, Suzanne faced intense control and isolation, tactics designed to keep members segregated from society. In this eye-opening episode, she details the manipulative strategies used by cults and how they shaped her early life. But Suzanne's story doesn’t end there; it's about her courageous path to recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).

She opens up about how her cult experiences impacted her step work and the formation of her higher power. Her initial encounters with AA were rocky, but the kindness and acceptance she found within the community became her lifeline. Suzanne emphasizes the importance of sending newcomers home with the best piece of yourself, a lesson she learned firsthand. Her narrative is a testament to the transformative power of AA and the vital role of a supportive community in overcoming addiction.

Tune in to hear Suzanne’s full story, filled with hope, resilience, and the profound impact of finding a true sense of belonging.

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