Mad Dog Recovery
Mad Dog Recovery
Deanna R. Grace Group 8-19-20
Deanna R. Grace Group 8-19-20
Deanna R. Grace Group 8-19-20
Monday 24th August 2020
Join Deanna R. as she shares her powerful journey to sobriety through the 12 Steps of AA, overcoming alcoholism with grace and spirituality.
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Episode Overview
- Deanna R. shares her personal journey to sobriety.
- The importance of following the 12 Steps of AA.
- Finding confidence and self-worth beyond alcohol.
- The role of spirituality and God in recovery.
- Maintaining permanent sobriety through continuous growth.
Permanent sobriety is attainable through this program if I just keep doing what I'm supposed to be doing, take some direction, and work these steps.
In this episode of the Grace Group, Deanna R. delves into her personal journey of overcoming alcoholism and achieving sobriety. With her sobriety date marking January 14, 2014, Deanna highlights the pivotal role that the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous have played in her recovery. She emphasizes that her path to being 'happy, joyous, and free' was not merely about abstaining from alcohol but engaging deeply with a spiritual program that has transformed her life.
Deanna begins by recounting her early experiences with alcohol, starting as young as ten years old. She describes the initial allure of alcohol, which provided her with a sense of confidence and belonging she had felt lacking in her life. This chase for confidence led her down a path that eventually required a serious intervention through Alcoholics Anonymous. She candidly shares how the community within AA provided her with a supportive environment where she finally felt understood.
It was in these meetings that she learned about the 'allergy of the body' and the mental struggle that accompanies addiction. These insights were crucial in her understanding of her condition and her eventual recovery. A significant aspect of Deanna's recovery was the integration of spirituality into her life. She speaks passionately about the importance of putting God at the center of her journey, which allowed her to find peace and direction.
By following the steps of AA and maintaining a consistent spiritual practice, Deanna has managed to stay sober and live a fulfilling life. Throughout her narrative, Deanna stresses the necessity of continuous personal growth and spiritual development to maintain sobriety. She uses the metaphor of climbing a mountain to illustrate the ongoing effort required to move away from alcohol and towards a more spiritual life.
Deanna's story is one of hope and inspiration, offering valuable insights for anyone struggling with addiction or seeking a deeper understanding of the recovery process.