Mad Dog Recovery
Mad Dog Recovery
Katie P. Elm City Speaker Group 8-12-20
Katie P. Elm City Speaker Group 8-12-20
Katie P. Elm City Speaker Group 8-12-20
Friday 14th August 2020
Join Katie Parker as she shares her insightful journey to recovery at the Elm City Speaker Group, discussing spiritual growth and the impact of Zoom meetings.
53 minutes
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challenging
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Episode Overview
- Katie Parker shares her personal recovery journey.
- The role of Zoom in expanding meeting accessibility.
- Reflections on spiritual growth and aging.
- Insights into codependency and therapy.
- Embracing sobriety and self-improvement.
The body grows old, but the spirit never does.
In this compelling episode, Katie Parker, a long-time member of Alcoholics Anonymous, shares her journey to recovery and spiritual growth with the Elm City Speaker Group. As an active participant in the group, Katie reflects on the transformative power of Zoom in connecting individuals during challenging times. Although initially resistant to virtual meetings, she soon realized their potential in maintaining the fellowship vital to recovery.
Despite the benefits, Katie acknowledges that nothing can quite replace the in-person connections fostered in traditional Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Katie's narrative is filled with deep personal reflections, particularly regarding her age and sobriety. At 62, she marvels at the wisdom and experiences that come with age, a perspective not commonly shared. This positive outlook is echoed by her friend Bob Zahn, who reminds her that while the body ages, the spirit remains vibrant.
Throughout her journey, Katie has engaged with various forms of therapy, including codependency therapy, which has helped her understand the impact of family dynamics and personal feelings. She discusses the importance of introspection, identifying areas of jealousy, bitterness, and inconsideration in her conduct inventory. Katie emphasizes the significance of spiritual growth, quoting key passages from Alcoholics Anonymous literature. She stresses the necessity of enlarging one's spiritual life through work and self-sacrifice for others, as a means to handle life's trials.
Her relationship with her Creator and her marriage to her best friend Charlie have been instrumental in her personal development, showcasing how love and spirituality can lead to profound change. Katie's story is a testament to resilience, recovery, and the power of spiritual growth. Her journey offers hope and inspiration to anyone in search of personal transformation.