Tara
Tara / Deidre K.
vol 151. Sobriety Date 10/3/1997 (Deidre K.)
vol 151. Sobriety Date 10/3/1997 (Deidre K.)
vol 151. Sobriety Date 10/3/1997 (Deidre K.)
Thursday 30th March 2023
Hear Deidre's inspiring journey from addiction to recovery on 'Keep Coming Back Podcast'. Discover the power of faith and forgiveness in overcoming trauma.
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Deidre's Journey: From Trauma to Triumph
AA works, you don’t have to believe anything, just have an open mind.
Picture a life marked by trauma, addiction, and countless relapses. This is the reality Deidre K. faced before she found her way to sobriety. In this episode of the 'Keep Coming Back Podcast', Deidre opens up about her 25-year journey with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and how she turned her pain into a source of hope for others. Deidre's story begins with a troubled childhood, where family issues left her feeling alone and vulnerable.
To escape the pain, she turned to alcohol and drugs, leading to a vicious cycle of addiction. Despite numerous attempts to get clean, Deidre kept falling back into old habits until she hit rock bottom. Realizing she needed help, she turned to AA and began her path to recovery. Through the unwavering support of her sponsor and the AA community, Deidre confronted the deep-seated traumas that fueled her addiction.
Her story highlights the significant role that trauma and PTSD play in addiction, sharing how multiple instances of sexual assault and violence left lasting scars. With the help of therapists and fellow AA members, Deidre found a way to heal and rebuild her life. Forgiveness and second chances are recurring themes in Deidre's narrative. Despite the pain she endured, she managed to forgive those who hurt her and embraced the new life sobriety offered.
Today, Deidre is not only sober but also an advocate for recovery, using her experiences to inspire others struggling with addiction. Listening to Deidre's story is both sobering and uplifting. It serves as a powerful reminder of the human spirit's resilience and the vital role of faith, community, and support in overcoming addiction. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Deidre's story offers hope and inspiration.