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ESH: Marty M the first woman in AA sober in 1939 speaking in 1969
ESH: Marty M the first woman in AA sober in 1939 speaking in 1969
ESH: Marty M the first woman in AA sober in 1939 speaking in 1969
Tuesday 31st August 2021
Join Marty M, AA's first woman member, as she recounts her 1968 journey of gratitude and responsibility at the Southern Conference.
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Get the buttons here!Marty M: Pioneering Woman in AA Shares Her 1968 Journey
Gratitude and responsibility- and those two things put together mean to me that we have been given the great gift of sobriety, and this is a miracle.
Picture yourself in 1968, listening to a trailblazer in the world of Alcoholics Anonymous. Marty M, celebrated as the first woman in AA, takes the stage at the Southern Conference to share her remarkable journey. With 29 years of sobriety under her belt by then, Marty dives into the highs and lows of her path to recovery, offering a mix of heartfelt gratitude and a deep sense of responsibility.
In this episode, Marty opens up about the early days of AA and how it felt to be one of the first women in a predominantly male fellowship. She doesn't shy away from discussing the loneliness and pain that often accompany alcoholism, but she also highlights the transformative power of the AA community. Sponsorship, she notes, played a crucial role in her own sobriety, emphasizing how guiding others can also reinforce one's own commitment to staying sober.
Marty's story isn't just about her personal experiences; it's a window into the evolving history of AA. She touches on how the organization has grown and adapted over the years, making it clear that the principles of gratitude and giving back are timeless cornerstones of the program. Her reflections on the contributions of non-alcoholics to AA offer a broader perspective on how diverse support systems can enrich the recovery journey.
With her candid storytelling, Marty leaves listeners with a powerful message: sobriety is not just a personal victory but a collective miracle. Her words resonate deeply, reminding us that living a life of purpose in sobriety involves both receiving and giving support. Tune in to hear Marty M's inspiring tale and gain insights into the core values that continue to guide AA today.