Barbara McC. AFG speakerBarbara McC. AFG speaker
Recovery Radio Network
speaking in 1987
41:12•31 Jan 2017
Barbara McC.: A Journey of Love, Loss, and Recovery
Episode Overview
- Barbara shares her early life in Dallas and her Orthodox Jewish upbringing.
- Discusses her marriage struggles and the challenges of infertility.
- Recounts the adoption of her children and the difficulties of raising a hyperactive son.
- Describes her mental health battles and introduction to Al-Anon.
- Highlights the transformative impact of Al-Anon meetings on her life.
“I always told everybody, I can't talk for an hour. I can't even talk for 45 minutes. They said, you talk as long as you need to talk.”
Barbara McC., a grateful member of the Worldwide Fellowship of Al-Anon, shares her heartfelt journey in this episode. Speaking in 1987, Barbara reflects on her life, starting from her childhood in Dallas, Texas, and the loving yet dysfunctional family she grew up in. She recounts her early years, highlighting the impact of her Orthodox Jewish upbringing and the challenges she faced as she moved away from her close-knit community.
Her story takes a turn as she delves into her marriage, the struggles with infertility, and the adoption of her children, including a son born with alcohol on his breath. Barbara candidly discusses the trials of raising a hyperactive child and the eventual breakdown of her marriage. Her narrative is filled with poignant moments, such as her experience with her second husband, Jay, whose battle with alcoholism deeply affected their relationship.
Barbara's account of her own struggles with mental health and her eventual introduction to Al-Anon by her brother is both moving and inspiring. She speaks about the transformative power of Al-Anon meetings and how they helped her find peace and purpose. With a mix of humour and raw honesty, Barbara's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the healing power of community.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and inspiration on their recovery journey.
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