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Al-Anon: Vannoy S

Thursday 3rd October 2024

Vannoy S shares her Al-Anon story at the 2018 Sobriety Under the Sun Convention, offering a heartfelt narrative of resilience and recovery.
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Vannoy S: A Journey Through Al-Anon and Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Vannoy S shares her Al-Anon journey since 1969.
  • She discusses the impact of her sponsors on her recovery.
  • Vannoy opens up about battling visceral vertigo for seven months.
  • Her story includes vivid anecdotes about life in Texas and family struggles.
  • The episode highlights the transformative power of recovery communities.
"Right this minute, this day, I am so in love with recovery."
Vannoy S takes the stage in this episode of Sober Cast, sharing her deeply moving Al-Anon story from the 2018 Sobriety Under the Sun Convention in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Vannoy's journey is a rollercoaster of emotions, filled with personal battles, family struggles, and moments of profound revelation. She opens up about her entry into the Al-Anon fellowship in 1969, the impact of her sponsors, and her long fight with visceral vertigo that left her housebound for seven months.
Despite these challenges, Vannoy's story is one of resilience and unwavering love for recovery. Her anecdotes about life in Texas, encounters with dangerous individuals, and the heartbreak of family issues paint a vivid picture of her path to healing. Vannoy's candidness about her struggles with self-worth and her relationship with God adds a layer of authenticity that is both relatable and inspiring.
The episode is not just a recounting of hardships but a testament to the transformative power of recovery communities. Vannoy's gratitude for the support she received from her AA and Al-Anon families is palpable, and her reflections on love, loss, and redemption are sure to resonate with anyone on a similar journey.
This episode is a must-listen for those seeking solace and strength in their own recovery or hoping to understand the complexities of living with and loving someone with addiction. Vannoy's heartfelt narrative will leave you feeling hopeful and inspired to embrace your own path to recovery.
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