Angie B.  AFG speaker

Angie B. AFG speaker

Recovery Radio Network

speaking in 2013

InspiringHopefulCompassionateSupportiveHonest

39:5112 Jan 2017

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Angie B.'s Journey: From Army Brat to Al-Anon Advocate

Episode Overview

  • Angie shares her unique childhood experiences as an Army brat.
  • Discusses the impact of her mother's alcoholism on her upbringing.
  • Highlights the importance of community support in Al-Anon.
  • Reflects on her marriages and relationships with alcoholics.
  • Emphasises forgiveness and healing as key components of recovery.
God is not mad at me and he is not mad at you.

Angie B. brings a heartfelt and deeply personal story to the Recovery Radio Network. Speaking at a convention in Georgia, Angie shares her journey as a member of Al-Anon, reflecting on her childhood as an Army brat, the impact of her mother's alcoholism, and her own path to recovery.

She paints a vivid picture of her life, filled with unique experiences like watching military missile tests on Sunday afternoons and the emotional turmoil of growing up in a home affected by alcoholism. Angie’s anecdotes are both touching and relatable, offering a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs of living with an alcoholic parent and later, navigating her own relationships with alcoholics.

She candidly discusses her marriages, her daughter Amanda’s struggles with alcoholism, and the pivotal moments that shaped her understanding of the disease. Angie’s story is one of resilience, forgiveness, and the power of community support. Her message is clear: recovery is possible, and no one has to face it alone. If you’re looking for an inspiring tale of overcoming adversity and finding hope, this episode is a must-listen.

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