Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast
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Episode 61: PJ and Sydney’s Brookvale Quad A Group
Episode 61: PJ and Sydney’s Brookvale Quad A Group
Episode 61: PJ and Sydney’s Brookvale Quad A Group
Sunday 9th July 2017
Tune into Beyond Belief Sobriety as PJ and Sydney share their secular paths to recovery, proving sobriety is possible without religion.
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Get the buttons here!Secular Sobriety: PJ and Sydney's Journey with Beyond Belief Sobriety
You know, I would say that the program really came to life for me when I accepted that I was an atheist, because I really had to stop and think what these things do mean to me and what it boils down to for me.
Picture this: you're in a pub in Dublin, 19 years old, and that first drink changes everything. That's where PJ's story begins. In this episode of Beyond Belief Sobriety, PJ and Sydney open up about their unique paths to overcoming addiction without leaning on religion. PJ, originally from Ireland, describes how alcohol gradually consumed his life, leading him to a dark place where he even contemplated suicide.
Meanwhile, Sydney shares her quest for a recovery community that resonated with her atheist beliefs. She found herself grappling with the language of Alcoholics Anonymous' Big Book, which can be a tough read for atheists and agnostics. Despite these hurdles, both PJ and Sydney discovered the strength of community support in AA. They found like-minded individuals who helped them carve out their own secular paths to sobriety.
Their stories are a testament to the idea that recovery is possible for anyone, regardless of their beliefs or background. This episode is a must-listen for those looking for inspiration and proof that you can find your own way to a sober life.