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Heather L AFG speaker
Heather L AFG speaker
Heather L AFG speaker
Monday 14th September 2020
Heather L shares her journey through Al-Anon, offering heartfelt stories and practical advice on coping with alcoholism in the family.
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47 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Heather's humorous and heartfelt recounting of her life with an alcoholic husband.
- The importance of Al-Anon meetings for support and recovery.
- Balancing family responsibilities while dealing with alcoholism.
- The role of community in providing strength and encouragement.
- Finding spiritual growth and personal resilience through Al-Anon.
You don't want that man, Daddy's friend, to stay here overnight because he's drunk, isn't that right?
Heather L, an Al-Anon Family Groups (AFG) speaker, shares her journey of living with an alcoholic husband and finding solace in Al-Anon meetings. Heather's story is filled with humour, warmth, and candid reflections on her life from Memphis to California. She talks about her upbringing with teetotaler parents, her marriage to Chuck, and the challenges they faced due to his drinking. Heather's anecdotes about her children, her strong-willed grandmother, and her first encounters with Al-Anon are both touching and entertaining.
Her tale is a testament to the power of community and support in overcoming personal struggles. Heather's ability to find light in dark times and her unwavering dedication to her family and Al-Anon make this episode both relatable and inspiring. If you're looking for a mix of heartfelt storytelling and practical advice on coping with alcoholism in the family, this episode is a must-listen.