rockandrecovery.com/Akron, OH
rockandrecovery.com/Akron, OH
The Road to Redemption
The Road to Redemption
The Road to Redemption
Monday 20th December 2021
Judge Susan Baker Ross discusses her battle with alcohol addiction and journey to redemption in 'Recovery Talks: The Podcast'. Listen for an inspiring story.
34 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Judge Susan Baker Ross: A Journey from Addiction to Redemption
For me, one of the biggest changes in sobriety is that I've got a toolbox that I use now instead of drinking.
Judge Susan Baker Ross's story is a powerful reminder that addiction doesn't discriminate. In this episode of 'Recovery Talks: The Podcast', host Marc Lee Shannon sits down with Judge Ross to explore her candid and moving account of battling alcohol addiction. Despite her position of authority, she found herself trapped in a cycle of 'drinking, trouble... drinking, trouble'.
Judge Ross reveals how early trauma and her body's chemistry led her down a dangerous path, but also how she found the strength to take her last drink in 1989 and begin her journey to sobriety. Throughout the conversation, Judge Ross highlights the universal nature of addiction, affecting individuals across all walks of life. She delves into the struggles of maintaining sobriety, especially in a profession where isolation and high stakes are part of the daily grind.
Judge Ross shares the emotional weight of holding others' lives in her hands while grappling with her own demons. One of the most poignant moments in the episode is when Judge Ross discusses her feelings of unworthiness for redemption and happiness after years of self-destruction. Yet, she found joy in recovery and built a toolbox of strategies to stay sober. Her story emphasizes the continuous effort required for sobriety and the significance of a supportive community.
Judge Ross's message is clear: sobriety is an ongoing journey that demands daily commitment. She encourages listeners to find their tribe and share their stories, as she believes that openness can inspire others on their path to recovery. Tune in to hear Judge Ross's inspiring tale of redemption and learn more about the profound impact of addiction.