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How to believe an Alcoholic. an AFG perspective
How to believe an Alcoholic. an AFG perspective
How to believe an Alcoholic. an AFG perspective
Thursday 11th June 2020
Kathleen shares her candid journey of learning to trust again after her spouse's alcoholism, offering hope and practical advice for those in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Trusting again takes time and effort.
- Focusing on yourself is crucial in recovery.
- Humour can help navigate tough situations.
- A higher power can play a significant role in healing.
- Perseverance is key – don't quit before the miracle happens.
Don't quit five minutes before the miracle happens.
In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Kathleen takes the mic to share her journey on trust and recovery from an Al-Anon Family Groups (AFG) perspective. Kathleen's candid recounting of her struggles with trusting her alcoholic spouse offers a heartfelt exploration of the emotional turmoil many face in similar situations. Her story is peppered with humour and raw honesty, making it both relatable and engaging.
She talks about the relentless search for truth, often described as the 'need to know' disease, which led her to extreme measures like rummaging through drawers and notebooks. Kathleen's journey is marked by moments of realisation, such as the epiphany at an AA convention dance, where she understood that the problem was not just her spouse but also her own need to trust herself and her higher power.
Her path to trust was neither quick nor easy, taking years of attending Al-Anon meetings and working through the Twelve Steps. Kathleen's experience underscores the importance of self-focus and personal growth in the recovery process. She speaks about the transformation from obsessing over her husband's actions to focusing on her own healing and spiritual growth. Her message is clear: trust is a gift that comes with time, effort, and a shift in focus from others to oneself.
This episode is a compelling listen for anyone grappling with trust issues in their recovery journey, offering hope and practical advice. Kathleen's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the miracles that can happen when you don't give up. Tune in for an honest, heartfelt, and sometimes humorous look at the complexities of trust in recovery.