The Boiled Owl
The Boiled Owl
Owl 015 Alex
Owl 015 Alex
Owl 015 Alex
Sunday 1st October 2017
Listen to Alex's raw journey from addiction to sobriety on Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast. An honest tale of seeking help and finding hope.
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Get the buttons here!Alex's Raw and Real Journey to Sobriety on Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast
I was going to get drunk, so I asked for help. And it was one of those things that, going forward, I now had my own experiences to pull from in trusting that I'm going to be cared for going forward as well.
Picture this: an 18-year-old diving headfirst into the chaos of addiction, only to find sobriety by the age of 21. That’s Alex’s story, and it’s one for the books. In this episode of the Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast, hosts Don and Sam sit down with Alex, who opens up about her tumultuous journey from addiction to recovery. She doesn’t sugarcoat a thing.
From trying every method under the sun to get sober to experiencing vivid hallucinations of shadowy figures during detox, Alex's tale is gripping and raw. You’ll hear about the moments of rage where she smashed furniture and mirrors, and the serendipitous event that changed everything for her at 1.5 years sober.
Alex’s home group, The Way Out in Greensboro, NC, played a pivotal role in her recovery, and she shares how crucial it was for her to find a supportive community. Throughout the conversation, themes of seeking help, surrendering to a higher power, and the transformative power of making amends come to the forefront.
Alex speaks passionately about the importance of anonymity in AA, not just for personal privacy but as a cornerstone of creating a safe space for those in need. Don and Sam add their own reflections, weaving a supportive and engaging environment that makes you feel like you’re right there with them. One standout moment is when Alex talks about surrendering and trusting in a higher power.
She recalls a critical point where she felt on the brink of relapse but decided to ask for help. This decision became a turning point, teaching her to trust that she would be cared for moving forward. Her story is a testament to the power of vulnerability and community in the recovery process. Whether you’re new to sobriety or have been on this path for years, Alex’s story is sure to resonate.
Tune in for an episode filled with honesty, hope, and the hard-earned wisdom that comes from facing one’s demons head-on.