Colleen Q. | Episode 19 | Recovered: Interviews With Alcoholic Women | A Podcast from The Magdalen HouseColleen Q. | Episode 19 | Recovered: Interviews With Alcoholic Women | A Podcast from The Magdalen House
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Colleen Q. shares her journey to sobriety, focusing on the roles of service and self-discovery in recovery.
48:44•7 Oct 2020
Colleen Q.: Finding Strength in Service and Self-Discovery
“The whole idea is out of self and into others, and early in my sobriety it saved me so much because my head is so crazy and I can tell myself so many things, and I use this as a tool Today.”
Colleen Q. opens up about her path to sobriety in this heartfelt episode of Recovered. She shares how the principles of service and self-discovery in the 12-Step program have been pivotal in her journey. Colleen talks about her battle with alcoholism, the eye-opening moments that led her to seek help, and the hurdles she had to overcome.
She explains how dedicating herself to service helped her shift focus from her own struggles to helping others, which became a cornerstone of her recovery. Colleen dives into the significance of honesty and confronting one's own flaws within the 12-Step framework. She discusses the tough yet essential process of dealing with resentment and making amends, emphasizing the healing power of empathy in mending relationships.
Her story is a powerful reminder that recovery is not just about abstaining from alcohol but also about personal growth and building meaningful connections. Tune in to hear Colleen's inspiring journey and learn how The Magdalen House supports women in achieving and maintaining sobriety without any cost, relying on 12-Step spiritual principles.
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