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ESH: Sheila A speaking in 1996
ESH: Sheila A speaking in 1996
ESH: Sheila A speaking in 1996
Tuesday 7th September 2021
Listen to Sheila A's moving journey from a troubled childhood to finding peace in sobriety through Alcoholics Anonymous on Sober Cast.
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Get the buttons here!Sheila A's Journey: From Pain to Peace in Sobriety
I'm not the same woman, you know, I didn't know an address when I got sober, and I've been taught in Alcoholics Anonymous from behind this podium that I should dress in a dress or a skirt and look like a lady.
Sheila A's story is one that will resonate deeply with anyone who has faced the trials of addiction. Recorded at the 49th Annual NCCAA Fall Conference in Redding, California, back in 1996, Sheila opens up about her tumultuous upbringing and the long road to finding sobriety. Growing up in a fractured home, Sheila faced separation from her parents and the emotional toll that came with it.
Her father was absent, and her mother struggled to care for her, leading Sheila to live with her aunt and uncle. But life took another turn when she had to move in with her father and his new family, a period marked by emotional upheaval and the beginning of her struggles with alcohol. Alcohol became Sheila's way of coping with the pain and trauma of her childhood, but it soon spiraled into a destructive force.
It wasn't until she found Alcoholics Anonymous that she began to see a way out. In AA, Sheila discovered a community that provided the support she desperately needed. Her journey through recovery was marked by key elements such as forgiveness and sponsorship. She learned to forgive herself for her past mistakes and others for the hurt they caused her. Sponsorship played a crucial role in her recovery, with several sponsors guiding her along the way.
One of the most poignant moments in Sheila's story is her reconciliation with her father after years of estrangement. This act of making amends brought her a sense of peace and underscored the transformative power of forgiveness. Today, Sheila stands as a testament to resilience and the healing power of community. Her life in sobriety is filled with gratitude and rebuilt relationships. Sheila's journey is a powerful reminder that recovery is within reach for anyone struggling with addiction.
Her story on Sober Cast offers hope and inspiration, showing that with the help of Alcoholics Anonymous, peace and happiness in sobriety are possible.