Mad Dog Recovery
Mad Dog Recovery
Heather M. Zoom
Heather M. Zoom
Heather M. Zoom
Saturday 25th July 2020
Heather Moser shares her inspiring journey of recovery and the importance of sponsorship in Alcoholics Anonymous.
47 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Heather Moser's journey from addiction to recovery.
- The transformative power of spiritual awakening.
- Challenges faced with mental health and sobriety.
- Importance of sponsorship in Alcoholics Anonymous.
- Heather's role as a recovery coach and her impact.
I'm tailor-made to sponsor some people and so are you.
In this compelling episode, Heather Moser shares her transformative journey from being a self-described 'bad drug and alcoholic' to a recovered alcoholic deeply committed to the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. Heather begins by recounting her early struggles with a sense of belonging and pervasive anxiety that marked her childhood. Despite achieving sobriety for 13 years between 18 and 31, she describes herself as an unhappy person during those years, burdened by unresolved issues stemming from her upbringing with a paranoid schizophrenic Pentecostal mother.
Heather's narrative takes a turn as she experiences a spiritual awakening through the steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. She emphasizes the mental obsession and physical allergy that characterize addiction, while highlighting the crucial role of the steps in her recovery. Heather speaks passionately about the power of prayer and the importance of surrendering to a higher power, which she credits with lifting her mental obsession and enabling her to live a 'cool freaking life.'
A significant aspect of Heather's recovery journey is her role as a sponsor and recovery coach, where she finds purpose in helping others rediscover life.
She shares poignant anecdotes, such as hearing the fifth step from a girl in prison and the remarkable connection with one of her sponsees, whose experiences mirrored her own. Heather stresses the need for passionate sponsors who work out of the book, as many individuals remain in misery due to a lack of understanding of the real solution.
Heather's story is not only a testament to the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous but also a call to action, urging listeners to become involved in sponsorship and support those in recovery. Her journey is one of hope, resilience, and unwavering dedication to helping others find their path to sobriety.