Jeri Bisbee
Jeri Bisbee
The Gift of Desperation
The Gift of Desperation
The Gift of Desperation
Monday 20th March 2023
Listen to Jan's inspiring journey from addiction to recovery in 'This is Your Wake-Up Call', where she shares the power of support and overcoming challenges.
63 minutes
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Jeri Bisbee
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Jan's Journey: Finding Strength in Desperation
This disease is just so filled with shame and guilt and condemnation.
Jan's story is one of resilience and hope, shared in this episode of 'This is Your Wake-Up Call' with host Jeri Bisbee. Growing up on her grandfather's farm in Colorado, Jan was no stranger to the sight of maintenance drinking. As she navigated the complexities of family tensions and personal battles, alcohol became her crutch. Despite her husband's growing concerns, Jan's dependence on alcohol escalated to blackouts and a loss of control over her life.
A turning point came when her boss offered to cover the cost of treatment, sparking the beginning of her sobriety journey. Through the support of Al-Anon and therapy, Jan confronted her addiction head-on. She opens up about the importance of having a solid support system and the ongoing challenges of staying sober. Jan's narrative is a poignant reminder that recovery is attainable, even when burdened by shame and guilt.
Her story underscores the power of desperation as a catalyst for change, offering a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar struggles.