Recovery Internet Radio
Recovery Internet Radio
TROUBLED...but Lookin' Good on the Outside
TROUBLED...but Lookin' Good on the Outside
TROUBLED...but Lookin' Good on the Outside
Monday 14th April 2014
Ann discusses her path from a troubled childhood in an alcoholic family to finding peace through ACA and AA on Recovery Internet Radio.
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Get the buttons here!Ann's Journey: From Quiet Desperation to Sobriety
I didn't have any idea that there was so any other way to drink. I'm not saying this is a good way to have done this. You know, I, I just I have to say that I think there's probably more people out there that have done it.
Ever wondered how someone can seem perfectly fine on the outside while battling chaos within? Meet Ann, a guest on Recovery Internet Radio, who shares her gripping story of growing up in a family overshadowed by alcoholism and anger issues. Despite her good grades and popularity, Ann's home life was far from perfect. Her mother struggled with alcoholism, and her father had severe anger management problems.
This tumultuous environment led Ann to start drinking at an early age, and she quickly became the first to start and the last to stop at any gathering. Ann's story takes a significant turn when she becomes pregnant and decides to join Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA) groups. While these groups provided some relief, her struggle with alcohol continued until she found herself in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
After a long hiatus and hitting an emotional rock bottom, Ann returned to AA, where she finally found the serenity she had been searching for. This episode doesn't just focus on Ann's battle with alcohol; it dives deep into the emotional and psychological challenges she faced. From dealing with unchecked anger to navigating the complexities of parenting while in recovery, Ann's journey is a testament to the power of community support.
Through her candid storytelling, listeners can gain valuable insights into their own struggles and find hope in their paths to recovery. Whether you're in the throes of addiction, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about the human experience of recovery, Ann's story offers a compelling look at the transformative power of support groups like ACA and AA. Tune in to hear how Ann turned her life around and what lessons she learned along the way.