M2 THE ROCK || Michael Molthan
MICHAEL MOLTHAN
Barbara A. - Family Recovery Speaker - I'm ready for a new life!
Barbara A. - Family Recovery Speaker - I'm ready for a new life!
Barbara A. - Family Recovery Speaker - I'm ready for a new life!
Tuesday 29th July 2025
Join Barbara A. as she shares her inspiring journey through Al-Anon, highlighting personal growth, family support, and spiritual transformation.
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M2 THE ROCK || Michael Molthan
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Episode Overview
- Barbara celebrates her Al-Anon anniversary, highlighting gratitude.
- Judgment and personal growth are significant themes.
- Community support plays a vital role in Barbara's journey.
- Barbara's career in addiction treatment spans 23 years.
- Spiritual awakening and miracles are central to recovery.
The God in you touched the God in me and helped me find my way home to a fellowship and miracles beyond understanding.
In this heartfelt episode, Barbara Anderson shares her inspiring journey through Al-Anon, offering listeners a glimpse into her personal transformation and community involvement. Celebrating her anniversary on March 19, 1984, Barbara expresses profound gratitude for the support and guidance she has received from her sponsor, Ruth F., and her home group, the Macklin-Serenity Al-Anon Family Group.
Reflecting on her fear of judgment and her tendency to try to fix others, Barbara reveals how these challenges have shaped her path within Al-Anon. Her involvement with the Roundup Committee as the Al-Anon Chairman signifies the importance of community in her recovery. Barbara's story weaves through moments of joy and adversity, from the San Antonio Riverwalk trip to the trials of family burglary, illustrating the complexities of her journey.
Her recount of personal health struggles and the impact of family dynamics highlights the deep-rooted challenges she faced before finding solace in Al-Anon. A pivotal moment in her career came when she was offered a chaplain position at a women's halfway house, marking the beginning of her work in addiction treatment. Her dedication to this field spans over two decades, showcasing her commitment to helping others. Spiritual awakening is central to Barbara's narrative.
The touching story of a child's need for "someone with skin" encapsulates her understanding of God through Al-Anon, emphasizing the profound connection between members of the fellowship. Barbara's journey is a testament to the power of community support, spiritual growth, and personal resilience, offering hope and inspiration to listeners seeking recovery and transformation in their own lives.