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  • vol 172. 1/24/2003 (Michele R.)

vol 172. 1/24/2003 (Michele R.)

Thursday 24th August 2023

Join Michele R. as she shares her inspiring journey from a turbulent past to sobriety and spiritual awakening through AA.
76 minutes
Hopeful
Inspiring
Transformative
Raw
Empowering

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Keep Coming Back Podcast
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Michele R.'s Road to Sobriety: From Darkness to Light

Episode Overview

  • Michele's candid reflection on her tumultuous childhood and early experiences with lying, stealing, and exposure to drugs and alcohol.
  • Her journey through the consequences of excessive drinking, including a near-fatal car accident and a DUI.
  • The pivotal moment of seeking help and the challenges of early sobriety, including working through the 12-step program with a sponsor.
  • Michele's profound spiritual awakening and her journey of self-discovery and forgiveness.
  • The impact of Michele's story in offering hope and inspiration to those navigating their own path to recovery.
I only have to ask, and I only have to make the tiniest little bit of effort, and then things change.
Imagine being unable to even utter the word 'God' when you first step into an AA meeting. That's where Michele R.'s journey begins. In this compelling episode, Michele opens up about her life before sobriety, marked by a chaotic childhood and early exposure to drugs and alcohol. She candidly shares her struggles with fitting in, lying, and stealing, painting a vivid picture of her turbulent past.
Michele doesn't shy away from discussing the consequences of her excessive drinking—near-fatal car accidents, a DUI, and strained relationships. Her story takes a pivotal turn when she reaches out for help, marking the start of her transformative journey through the 12-step program. With the support of a sponsor, Michele navigates the challenges of early sobriety and embarks on a path of self-discovery, forgiveness, and spiritual awakening.
This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and offers hope and inspiration to anyone on their own recovery journey.