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ESH: Ellen A - 30 Years
ESH: Ellen A - 30 Years
ESH: Ellen A - 30 Years
Thursday 22nd May 2025
Ellen A shares her 30-year journey of sobriety with humour and honesty, offering hope and insights for those on a similar path.
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Episode Overview
- Ellen A shares her journey from addiction to sobriety.
- Humour and honesty mark Ellen's storytelling style.
- The role of Alcoholics Anonymous in her recovery.
- Importance of believing in a higher power.
- Rediscovering joy and self-worth through sobriety.
"I was becoming very comfortable in it," Ellen recalls about her first drink.
Step back in time with Ellen A as she shares her compelling journey to sobriety in this episode of Sober Cast. With a sobriety date stretching back to January 1959, Ellen brings decades of wisdom and experience to the table, recounting her story at the Old Town Speaker Group in San Diego. Her narrative is a rollercoaster of emotions, from her initial struggles with alcohol to finding solace and strength in Alcoholics Anonymous.
Ellen's story is peppered with humour and raw honesty, capturing moments like her first drink at a YWCA dance, where a shy girl found temporary confidence at the bottom of a bottle. She takes you through the ups and downs of multiple marriages and jobs lost to alcohol, painting a vivid picture of a life once ruled by addiction.
Her anecdotes about sterilising beer bottles and her love-hate relationship with California bars add a touch of lightness to an otherwise serious tale. What sets Ellen apart is her unwavering resilience and the pivotal moment when she embraced the AA community. Her tale of transformation is both heartwarming and inspiring, showcasing the power of human connection and the strength found in vulnerability.
As she recounts her journey, Ellen offers nuggets of wisdom for anyone battling addiction, highlighting the importance of becoming willing to believe in a power greater than oneself. Ellen's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about rediscovering oneself and the joy of living sober. If you're looking for a tale of redemption filled with humour, heart, and hope, this episode is a must-listen. Dive into Ellen's world and see how sobriety can change a life.