June C's Journey: From Chaos to Healing
Episode Overview
June shares her journey through Al-Anon and family addiction struggles. Highlights the impact of addiction on her marriage and children. Discusses the role of the twelve-step programme in healing. Emphasises the importance of support systems in recovery. Recounts personal anecdotes filled with humour and humility.
I don't have the right to impose my will on a single solitary soul, not my kid, not my husband, not anybody.
June C's talk at the Recovery Radio Network is a heartfelt journey through her experiences with Al-Anon and the trials of dealing with addiction in her family. Hailing from Bigsy, Oklahoma, June shares a raw and honest account of her life, peppered with humour and humility. From the early days of navigating family chaos to the deep bond she formed with her children through the twelve-step programme, June's story is both gripping and relatable.
She speaks about the challenges of raising kids in an environment filled with addiction, the impact it had on her marriage, and the eventual healing that came through the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. June's anecdotes about her husband Carl, her children, and their collective struggles bring a unique perspective to the importance of support systems in recovery.
Her narrative is filled with moments of despair, but also hope and redemption as she recounts how her children found sobriety and helped her along the way. If you're looking for a story that combines personal struggle with the triumph of recovery, June's talk is a must-listen. It's a testament to the power of community and the enduring strength of family bonds.