The Queen of De-Nile: Kathy B.'s Journey from Denial to Sobriety
I realized that I had lost the power of choice and had no control over my drinking.
Picture this: Kathy B. didn't touch a drop of alcohol until college, but once she did, it quickly spiraled into a daily ritual. In this gripping episode of Recovery Internet Radio, hosts Rick Atwater and Rob Ryberg chat with Kathy about her intense battle with addiction and the winding road to recovery. Despite attending over 700 AA meetings in two years, Kathy struggled with denial, refusing to admit she had a problem.
Even after a serene sober retreat, she found herself back at square one, overwhelmed by shame and her husband's disappointment. It wasn't until she sought medical help and started Antabuse that Kathy began to regain control. She opens up about the pivotal role her sponsor played in helping her face the truth about her addiction.
Through her story, Kathy sheds light on the importance of seeking help, the power of sponsor relationships, and the tools that aided her journey to sobriety. Tune in for a raw and hopeful conversation that underscores the reality of addiction and the promise of recovery.