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vol 197. 10/12/1986 (Andrea S.)
vol 197. 10/12/1986 (Andrea S.)
vol 197. 10/12/1986 (Andrea S.)
Thursday 15th February 2024
Andrea S. shares her 37-year journey of sobriety, emphasising the simplicity of the AA programme and the importance of community support.
63 minutes
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Hopeful
Honest
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Episode Overview
- The AA programme's simplicity is key to recovery.
- The first 164 pages of the Big Book are crucial.
- Having a sponsor and phone numbers is essential after your first meeting.
- You never have to drink again if you don’t want to.
- Community support plays a significant role in sobriety.
"You never-ever have to drink or use again as long as you live if you don’t want to".
Andrea S. takes the stage in this episode of the Keep Coming Back Podcast, sharing her journey of sobriety that began on October 12th, 1986. With a mix of humour and raw honesty, Andrea recounts her experiences from her first encounter with alcohol at her parents' bridge parties to her struggles with addiction and eventual recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
She highlights the simplicity and effectiveness of the AA programme, emphasising the importance of the first 164 pages of the Big Book as a guide to sobriety. Andrea's story is filled with vivid memories, from sneaking sips of drinks as a child to the moment she found solace in AA meetings. Her candid reflections on her past, including family dynamics and personal battles, offer a relatable and inspiring narrative for anyone grappling with addiction.
Andrea also underscores the significance of having a sponsor and staying connected with others in recovery, stressing that you never have to drink again if you don’t want to. The episode is a heartfelt reminder that recovery is possible and that the support of a community can make all the difference. Tune in to hear Andrea's powerful message of hope and resilience.