The Phoenix Project

The Phoenix Project: Stories of Sobriety and Recovery

The Phoenix Project

  • Fran, 79 1/2 years old 26 years sobriety

Fran, 79 1/2 years old 26 years sobriety

Sunday 12th January 2020

Join Fran as she recounts her 26-year sobriety journey, emphasizing hope, perseverance, and the power of seeking help.
36 minutes
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Empowering
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The Phoenix Project: Stories of Sobriety and Recovery
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The Phoenix Project
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Sobriety Success Stories
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Fran's Journey: 26 Years of Sobriety and Counting

If there's someone out there right now- and we're going to leave our listeners with this, but if there's someone out there right now who is struggling with substance abuse, alcohol abuse and is maybe hopeless, what would you say to them about their ability to get?
Meet Fran, a remarkable woman who has been sober for 26 years and counting. In this episode of The Phoenix Project: Stories of Sobriety and Recovery, Fran opens up about her incredible journey from addiction to a life of purpose and clarity. Fran's story isn't just about the struggles she faced but also about the triumphs that came with asking for help and seeking counseling.
She talks candidly about how her addiction escalated over the years, leading her from being the life of the party to struggling with anxiety and an inability to function without alcohol. But what makes Fran's story truly inspiring is her resilience and determination to turn her life around. She emphasizes the importance of seeking help and finding a supportive community, which played a crucial role in her recovery.
Counseling helped her focus on herself and eventually become a helper to others, adding a new layer of meaning to her life. Fran's message is clear: it's never too late to seek help, and recovery is possible. Her journey highlights the challenges of sobriety, including moments of loneliness, but also the immense rewards that come with it.
She shares how asking for help was a turning point, allowing her to shift from being someone in need to someone who could offer support to others. Fran's story is a powerful reminder that we can find hope and transformation even in our darkest moments. If you're struggling with addiction or know someone who is, Fran's journey offers a beacon of hope and a testament to the transformative power of sobriety.