Alice M.'s Path to Sobriety: Finding Hope and Community at the Grace Group
That is this power that I just found out is real, changing me from the inside out, and none of it makes any sense.
Alice M. had been in a long, exhausting battle with alcohol addiction before she finally stepped into an AA meeting at the Grace Group on April 6, 2022. In this heartfelt episode of 'Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers', Alice opens up about her transformative journey to sobriety. She speaks candidly about the moments of despair that led her to seek help and the profound changes she experienced through faith, support, and the 12 steps.
Alice's story is one of resilience and renewal, as she recounts her initial reluctance to commit to sobriety, haunted by the fear of becoming like her alcoholic father. Yet, upon joining the Grace Group, she found a community that made her feel understood and supported. Alice emphasizes how crucial it was to have a network of people who shared her struggles and triumphs.
She also delves into the spiritual aspects of her recovery, explaining how working through the 12 steps helped her confront her self-centered tendencies and embrace a more compassionate and open-minded outlook on life. This episode is a testament to the power of community and spirituality in overcoming addiction. Alice M.'s journey serves as an inspiring reminder that change is always possible, no matter how daunting it may seem.