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  • Happy--When we are FREE! (The Daily Trudge)

Happy--When we are FREE! (The Daily Trudge)

Monday 19th May 2025

Join Dion on RAW Recovery Podcast as he shares candid stories and insights on finding freedom and joy in sobriety.
33 minutes
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RAW Recovery Podcast
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Recovery Reimagined
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Finding Joy in Sobriety: Dion's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Recognise and understand your own emotions.
  • Fellowship offers relief from care and worry.
  • Alcoholics Anonymous provides support and camaraderie.
  • Gaslighting can distort emotional perceptions.
  • Recovery is about embracing life with joy.
We are sure that God wants us to be happy, joyous, and free.
If you've ever wondered what freedom feels like after the shackles of alcohol, this episode of RAW Recovery Podcast might just offer a glimpse. Host Dion takes you on a journey through the ups and downs of sobriety, peppered with humour and candid moments. You might find yourself chuckling as Dion chats about his cats and jury duty while weaving in serious reflections on alcoholism and recovery.
He opens up about the emotional rollercoaster that many face when breaking free from alcohol's grip, sharing his experiences of overcoming the obsession and finding peace in sobriety. Dion's discussion touches on the importance of recognising one's feelings without external assumptions. The episode delves into how societal pressures can lead to misunderstandings, particularly regarding anger. Dion passionately explains how labelling someone else's emotions can be a form of gaslighting.
His anecdotes reveal how he has worked hard to understand his feelings, a crucial step in his recovery journey. The episode isn't just about Dion's personal experiences; it’s also a nod to the broader community of Alcoholics Anonymous. Dion shares insights from the AA Big Book, highlighting how fellowship can offer a release from care, boredom, and worry.
He paints a vivid picture of the camaraderie and joy found within AA, contrasting it with the isolation often felt during the depths of addiction. This episode is an invitation to explore sobriety not as a dull existence but as a vibrant life filled with laughter and genuine connections. Dion’s storytelling is raw and relatable, making it clear that recovery is not just about abstaining from alcohol but about embracing life with newfound freedom and joy.
So, if you're seeking a bit of inspiration or simply want to hear a heartfelt story, give this episode a listen.
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