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Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA

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  • ESH: Barb C (NSFW)

ESH: Barb C (NSFW)

Friday 9th May 2025

Barb C shares her moving journey to sobriety, filled with honesty, humour, and hope. Discover how she transformed her life through AA.
34 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Hopeful
Encouraging

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Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA
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Recovery with AA
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Barb C's Journey: From Darkness to Light

Episode Overview

  • Barb C shares her personal journey to sobriety since 1992.
  • The impact of family history on her alcohol use.
  • How AA played a crucial role in her recovery.
  • Sobriety as a path to personal growth and healing.
  • The importance of community support in overcoming addiction.
"Let us love you till you can love yourself."
Get ready for a heartfelt journey as Barb C shares her compelling story of sobriety in this episode of Sober Cast. Barb, who embraced sobriety in 1992, recounts her experiences with honesty and a dash of humour. From her upbringing in Northern California to her struggles with alcohol and the moment she decided to change her life, Barb's narrative is both relatable and inspiring.
Barb opens up about her family's history with alcoholism, sharing anecdotes about her father and grandfather, both of whom battled their own demons. She paints a vivid picture of her teenage years, where insecurity and a longing for acceptance led her down a path of heavy drinking. Her candidness about these struggles is both eye-opening and relatable, especially for those who have faced similar challenges. Throughout the episode, Barb highlights the pivotal moments that led her to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
She speaks about the transformative power of the AA community, where she found acceptance and support. Barb's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding self-worth and embracing a new way of life. Her journey is peppered with moments of self-discovery and the realisation that sobriety is more than just abstaining from alcohol—it's about personal growth and healing. Barb's story serves as a reminder that recovery is possible and that you are never alone in your journey.
This episode is a testament to the power of vulnerability and the strength found in sharing one's story. Barb's tale is sure to resonate with anyone seeking hope and encouragement on their path to recovery. So why not give it a listen and see how one woman's journey can inspire you?
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