Cryin' John M.- Al-Anon and Lisa S.- Al-AteenCryin' John M.- Al-Anon and Lisa S.- Al-Ateen
Recovery Radio Network
speaking at Colorado State Conf.
45:21•16 Nov 2011
Finding Strength in Community: Stories from Al-Anon and Al-Ateen
Episode Overview
- John M. shares his journey through his wife's alcoholism and how Al-Anon helped him.
- Lisa S. discusses growing up with an alcoholic parent and finding support in Al-Ateen.
- The episode highlights the importance of community and shared experiences in recovery.
- Both guests provide a candid look at the struggles and triumphs of living with alcoholism.
- The narratives underscore the power of compassion and connection in healing.
“You were giving me back a wife, a person that I had not known for a long time”
In this heartfelt episode of Recovery Radio Network, you'll hear from Cryin' John M. and Lisa S. as they share their personal journeys through Al-Anon and Al-Ateen. Speaking at the Colorado State Conference, they bring to light the impact of alcoholism on families and how the Al-Anon family groups provide a supportive community for those affected by someone else's drinking. John M.
reflects on his experiences with his wife’s alcoholism, offering a candid look at the struggles and triumphs that come with living in a family plagued by addiction. His story is filled with moments of humour, sorrow, and ultimately, healing as he describes how Al-Anon has helped him reclaim his life and relationship with his wife. Lisa S., representing Al-Ateen, gives a moving account of growing up with an alcoholic parent.
She speaks about the fear and isolation she felt and how finding Al-Ateen helped her open up and find support among peers who understood her situation. Their stories are a testament to the power of community and shared experience in overcoming the challenges of living with alcoholism.
This episode is not just for those directly affected by alcoholism but also for anyone seeking to understand the profound impact it has on families and how recovery is possible through support and understanding. Tune in to hear these touching narratives that remind us all of the importance of compassion and connection in the journey to recovery.

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