Fran G   AFG speaker

Fran G AFG speaker

Recovery Radio Network

speaking in 1991

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50:4130 Nov 2016

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Fran G: Finding Hope and Healing in Al-Anon

Episode Overview

  • Al-Anon can provide crucial support for those affected by a loved one's alcoholism.
  • Understanding that you are not responsible for another person's addiction is liberating.
  • Recovery is a gradual process that requires patience and persistence.
  • Building trust and open communication with family members can aid in healing.
  • There is always hope and help available, no matter how dark things may seem.
Al-Anon has been my bridge over troubled waters.

Fran G, a heartfelt speaker from Al-Anon, shares her touching journey of recovery in this episode of Recovery Radio Network. Fran opens up about her initial nervousness, attributing it to 'God shaking the truth out of me', and takes us through her personal experiences with alcoholism in her family. She vividly recounts her childhood memories with her gentle father, contrasting them with the turmoil she faced in her marriage due to her husband's progressive alcoholism.

Fran's story is a poignant mix of pain and hope, as she describes the isolation and fear she felt, and how Al-Anon became her 'bridge over troubled waters'. She speaks candidly about the violence and unpredictability that came with her husband's drinking, and the moment she found solace in Al-Anon meetings, realising she was not responsible for his disease. Fran's narrative also delves into her relationship with her daughter, highlighting the importance of principles over personalities.

She shares a touching moment where her daughter, despite her own struggles, showed love and support after the death of Fran's mother. Fran's journey is a testament to the power of recovery programs in transforming lives. Her message is clear: no matter how dark things seem, there is always hope and help available. Tune in to hear Fran's inspiring story and learn how Al-Anon helped her reclaim her life.

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