Breaking Free: Astrid H.'s Journey to Sobriety Without AA Meetings
The steps are suggested as a program of recovery, and then they read all the steps that are the program of recovery and then they never f***ing talk about him again.
Can you imagine overcoming alcoholism without ever stepping into an AA meeting? In this eye-opening episode, John and Fred sit down with Astrid H., who did just that. Astrid shares her unique path to sobriety, discussing how she navigated the 12 Steps on her own and found a higher power without the traditional support of AA meetings. She sheds light on the often misunderstood concept of '13th stepping' and the cultural nuances within AA that can sometimes deter newcomers.
With a mix of humor and heartfelt honesty, Astrid talks about the significance of the Big Book and how beginners' meetings from the early days of AA could still benefit modern recovery efforts. Whether you're new to sobriety, a seasoned member of AA, or simply curious about alternative recovery methods, this episode offers a fresh perspective on what it means to reclaim your life from alcoholism.