Finding Sobriety: Trust, God, and Community
Episode Overview
Trust in God and clean house for sobriety. Newcomers face unique challenges during the pandemic. Community support is vital in recovery. Relocation can offer fresh perspectives. Embracing change leads to personal growth.
Burn the idea into the consciousness of every man that he can get well regardless of anyone. The only condition is that he trusts God, trust in God and clean house.
In this heartfelt episode, Maggie A. shares her personal journey of sobriety and recovery during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. As an active member of Alcoholics Anonymous, Maggie emphasizes the importance of trusting in God and maintaining a clean house, which were pivotal in her own path to sobriety. She reflects on the difficulties faced by newcomers to AA, especially in a time when traditional meetings are disrupted.
Maggie's story is both hopeful and informative, offering insight into the power of community support and spiritual guidance in overcoming addiction. She recounts her experiences living with a practicing alcoholic while trying to stay sober, illustrating the strength required to maintain one's commitment to recovery despite external pressures. Maggie also touches upon her recent move from Sacramento to Arkansas with her husband, a fellow member of Alcoholics Anonymous.
This relocation represents a significant life change and an opportunity for growth and adaptation. Maggie expresses gratitude for the supportive community she has found in her new home and eagerly anticipates the return to regular AA meetings. Throughout the episode, Maggie's reflective and grateful tone serves as a source of inspiration for listeners, particularly those new to the AA community.
Her message is clear: sobriety is achievable under any circumstances if one trusts in God and remains committed to personal growth. Maggie ends her talk with a heartfelt thank you to her audience, hoping her story serves as encouragement and support to others on their recovery journey.