Maggie J. AFG speakerMaggie J. AFG speaker
Recovery Radio Network
speaking at Heritage Days in 2008
46:09•25 Jun 2015
Maggie J.: A Journey of Healing and Hope
Episode Overview
- Maggie shares her scepticism towards Al-Anon and how she came to appreciate its value.
- Reflects on family struggles with alcoholism, including losing her brother.
- Discusses the moment she realised her powerlessness over her son's addiction.
- Emphasises the importance of conscious contact with a higher power.
- Highlights the support from the recovery community.
“I was addicted to being smart and being cool and being funny and being cute and having the answers.”
Maggie J. shares her heartfelt journey of recovery in this episode of Recovery Radio Network, recorded during Heritage Days in 2008. Maggie’s story is filled with raw honesty, humour, and profound moments of self-discovery. She opens up about her initial scepticism towards Al-Anon and how she came to appreciate its value over time. Maggie reflects on her family's struggles with alcoholism, including the loss of her brother to the disease, and how these experiences shaped her path to recovery.
Her candid recounting of the moment she realised her powerlessness over her son's addiction is both touching and relatable. Maggie’s anecdotes about growing up in a dysfunctional family and her battles with the 'disease of terminal coolness' add a unique perspective to her narrative. She also discusses the importance of conscious contact with a higher power and how it has transformed her life. This episode is a testament to the strength and resilience found in the recovery community.
Maggie’s story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about finding peace, love, and self-acceptance. Her journey will resonate with anyone who has faced similar challenges or supported a loved one through recovery. Tune in for an inspiring tale that underscores the power of community and the human spirit.

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