AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Multiple Speakers: Joan (Al-anon) and Paul (AA)
Multiple Speakers: Joan (Al-anon) and Paul (AA)
Multiple Speakers: Joan (Al-anon) and Paul (AA)
Monday 27th October 2025
Join Joan L and Paul S as they share their transformative journeys through Al-Anon and AA at the 38th SENY Convention.
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Episode Overview
- Community support is crucial for maintaining sobriety.
- Honesty and openness lead to personal growth.
- Service work can enhance one's recovery journey.
- Family dynamics play a significant role in recovery.
- Hope and resilience are key to overcoming addiction.
The joy is in the journey. It's not up at the top. It's right here as you're going through.
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of resilience and transformation as Joan L and Paul S take the stage at the 38th SENY Convention. Joan opens up about her journey with Al-Anon, reflecting on the challenges and joys of being married to an alcoholic for 48 years. Her candid storytelling reveals the unexpected gratitude she feels for her husband's alcoholism, which led her to a life of self-discovery and empowerment through Al-Anon.
Joan's humour and warmth shine through as she shares anecdotes of family life, offering a glimpse into the power of community and support in recovery. Following Joan, Paul S, a member of AA, provides a heartfelt account of his own struggles with identity and addiction. His story is one of finding acceptance and belonging within the AA community, where he learned that he didn't have to face life's challenges alone.
Paul's reflections on service work highlight the importance of giving back and staying connected to maintain sobriety. Both speakers emphasise the significance of community, honesty, and personal growth in their recovery journeys. Their stories remind us that while the path to sobriety is unique for everyone, the shared experiences and support found in groups like AA and Al-Anon are invaluable.
Whether you're new to recovery or a seasoned veteran, this episode offers a powerful reminder of the hope and healing that can be found in fellowship. What lessons can you take from Joan and Paul's stories to apply to your own journey?