EURYPAA 2012 Wakefield S. Irma P.EURYPAA 2012 Wakefield S. Irma P.
Recovery Radio Network
Stockholm Sweden
45:57•22 Feb 2013
Promises and Perspectives: Real Stories from AA
Episode Overview
- Stay connected with other alcoholics to help maintain sobriety.
- Having a sponsor is crucial for guidance and support.
- The promises of AA often come true in unexpected ways.
- Young people can find fun and fulfilment in sobriety.
- Peace and self-acceptance are key outcomes of working the AA program.
“If you want the promises to come true for you, practice calling other alcoholics.”
Ever wondered how the promises of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) manifest in real life? In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, you'll hear from Wakefield S. and Irma P., who share their personal journeys through AA and the transformative power of its promises. Wakefield, hailing from Seattle, recounts his initial expectations of AA's promises and the profound realisations that followed.
He emphasises the importance of having a sponsor and staying connected with other alcoholics, even sharing a poignant story about his first sponsor's struggle and tragic end. Wakefield’s reflections on the ninth step promises highlight the ongoing nature of recovery and the unexpected ways these promises come to fruition. Irma P., from Stockholm, offers a perspective on sobriety from a younger person’s viewpoint.
She discusses her fears about living a fun and fulfilling life without alcohol and how AA has helped her find peace and rebuild her life. Irma’s story is a testament to the power of AA's community and the support it provides, regardless of age. This episode is filled with honest, heartfelt accounts that will resonate with anyone on their own recovery journey or supporting someone through theirs.
It's a reminder that while the path to sobriety can be challenging, it is also filled with hope, connection, and the promise of a better life. Ready to be inspired by real stories of recovery? Tune in to hear how AA’s promises are changing lives every day.
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