AA Grapevine, Inc.
AA Grapevine, Inc.
The Gift of Desperation [Season 8, Episode 16]
The Gift of Desperation [Season 8, Episode 16]
The Gift of Desperation [Season 8, Episode 16]
Monday 21st April 2025
Caitlin shares her powerful story of hitting rock bottom and finding hope through AA. Join Don and Sam as they explore the miracles of recovery.
38 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Caitlin shares her raw journey from desperation to finding hope in AA.
- The importance of community and sponsorship in recovery.
- Patrick provides an update on the 2025 International AA Convention.
- Humorous and historical anecdotes from the AA Grapevine archives.
- Addressing newcomer questions about feeling okay in recovery.
It's not how much you drink, it's how much you think about it.
The AA Grapevine's Podcast episode titled 'The Gift of Desperation' features Caitlin from Nashville, Tennessee, who shares her raw and inspiring journey to sobriety. Caitlin recounts her numerous false starts and how a simple yet profound statement from a fellow AA member - 'I'm here when you're ready' - became a lifeline during her darkest moments. Caitlin's story is one of hitting rock bottom and finding hope and miracles in AA meetings, both online and in-person.
The episode also includes an update from Patrick about the 2025 International AA Convention in Vancouver and answers a poignant question from a newcomer about when they started feeling okay in their recovery journey. Caitlin's narrative is filled with emotional highs and lows, from contemplating suicide in the bathtub to finding solace and support within the AA community. Her tale of desperation turning into a journey of recovery is both heart-wrenching and uplifting.
Caitlin's experience highlights the importance of community, sponsorship, and the little miracles that keep many going in their sobriety journey. Don and Sam, the hosts, bring their usual blend of humour and empathy as they guide the conversation, making it relatable and engaging. They also touch on the historical aspects of AA, sharing amusing anecdotes about old cartoons and columns from the AA Grapevine archives. This episode is a must-listen for anyone struggling with alcoholism or supporting someone who is.
Caitlin's story serves as a reminder that even in our darkest times, there is hope and help available. So, why not take a moment to listen to Caitlin's journey? It might just be the inspiration you need today.