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Topic: Sponsorship - Julie H
Topic: Sponsorship - Julie H
Topic: Sponsorship - Julie H
Sunday 15th September 2024
Julie H shares her journey through alcoholism, recovery, and the transformative power of sponsorship in this heartfelt Sober Cast episode.
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Episode Overview
- Julie shares her early experiences with alcohol and how it shaped her identity.
- Her brother's sobriety played a crucial role in her own journey towards recovery.
- Sponsorship within AA provided Julie with essential support and guidance.
- Spiritual maintenance is highlighted as a key component of staying sober.
- Julie's sober wedding proves that joy and fun are possible without alcohol.
I never ever in a million years thought I'd say that I love being sober.
Julie H from York, Pennsylvania, takes centre stage in this episode of Sober Cast, sharing her journey through alcoholism and the transformative power of sponsorship. Recorded at the Feet First Speakers Group in 2011, Julie's story is a heartfelt rollercoaster that many will find relatable and inspiring. From her early days of drinking to feel 'normal' to her eventual sobriety, Julie's candid recounting is both raw and uplifting.
She touches on the profound impact her brother's sobriety had on her, the confusion and resistance she felt towards getting sober, and the eventual acceptance and love she found in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Julie doesn't shy away from discussing the darker moments of her life, including multiple stints in jail and the struggle to stay sober amidst legal troubles.
But what stands out is her journey with sponsorship – how her brother's sponsor played a crucial role in his recovery and how she eventually found her own path through the support of others in AA. Her humorous anecdotes about following the Grateful Dead and becoming a NASCAR fan while drinking add a touch of lightness to her otherwise heavy tale.
One of the most poignant parts of Julie's story is her realisation that life without alcohol can be fulfilling and joyous. She talks about the importance of spiritual maintenance and how the steps in AA helped her achieve a psychic change. The episode wraps up with Julie reflecting on her sober wedding, initially worried it wouldn't be fun without alcohol, only to find it was one of the best nights of her life.
If you're looking for a raw, honest account of battling alcoholism and finding hope through sponsorship, this episode is a must-listen. Julie's story is a testament to the power of community and the transformative potential of AA.