The Recovery Show
The Recovery Show
50 Years of 12-Step Recovery – 442
50 Years of 12-Step Recovery – 442
50 Years of 12-Step Recovery – 442
Monday 1st December 2025
Adrienne S. shares her 50-year journey in 12-step recovery, offering hope and practical advice for overcoming addiction.
77 minutes
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Recovery Reimagined
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Recovery requires surrendering to guidance beyond oneself.
- 12-step principles can be applied to various life challenges.
- Emotional and spiritual components play crucial roles in addiction.
- Understanding family dynamics can aid in personal recovery.
- Recovery is a lifelong journey, one day at a time.
"Complete freedom comes when the last addiction, the last condition, is surrendered and healed."
What are the common struggles and victories in addiction recovery? Episode 442 of 'The Recovery Show' features an enlightening conversation with Adrienne S., who has been committed to 12-step recovery for over 50 years. Adrienne shares her personal journey of overcoming multiple addictions, including alcohol, food, and even romantic fantasies. Her story is not just about conquering alcoholism but about finding serenity and happiness despite the chaos around her.
Adrienne's insights on the importance of surrendering to the 12-step principles offer a unique perspective on how these steps can be applied to various life challenges. She talks about her new book, '50 Years of 12-Step Recovery,' which details how she navigated through different forms of addiction and emerged stronger. Host Spencer joins Adrienne in discussing the transformative power of these steps and how they have shaped her life as a physician and a mature adult.
The episode also touches on the concept of 'soul ties' and 'false burden bearing,' shedding light on the emotional intricacies involved in recovery. Adrienne's journey is a testament to the resilience required in the face of addiction and the profound impact of the 12-step programme. Whether you're a family member of an addict or someone struggling with addiction yourself, this episode offers hope and practical advice.
Tune in to hear Adrienne's inspiring tale and discover how you can apply these principles to your own life. Are you ready to explore the path to serenity?