ESH: Clara S used to drink with with Billy Holiday

ESH: Clara S used to drink with with Billy Holiday

Ever wondered what it’s like to party with a legend and then turn your life around completely? Clara S, an 83-year-old from Los Angeles, shares her captivating journey in this episode of Sober Cast. Speaking at the Dynamics Speaker Group in Anaheim back in August 2008, Clara takes us through her early years, marked by a tough upbringing and a search for belonging that led her to alcohol.

Raised by strict grandparents after her mother’s death, Clara always felt like an outsider. This feeling of alienation pushed her towards drinking, and she eventually found herself partying with none other than Billie Holiday. But Clara's story doesn't end there. She found a lifeline in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), a community that welcomed her with open arms.

Through the 12 steps and the support of AA meetings, Clara discovered a path to sobriety and a sense of belonging she had never felt before. Her reflections on her life, from wild nights to sober mornings, are both heartwarming and eye-opening. Clara’s tale is a powerful reminder that no matter how far you’ve gone down the wrong path, there’s always hope for a turnaround.

Tune in to hear her remarkable story and find inspiration in her resilience and dedication to the AA program.