AA Podcast
AA Podcast
Panel Meeting: LGBTQ - Multiple Speakers - YPAA
Panel Meeting: LGBTQ - Multiple Speakers - YPAA
Panel Meeting: LGBTQ - Multiple Speakers - YPAA
Tuesday 18th June 2024
An engaging LGBTQ panel discusses sobriety, identity, and community at the ICYPAA YPAA convention.
61 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Finding acceptance within AA can transform personal identity struggles.
- Sponsorship plays a crucial role in maintaining sobriety.
- Community support is vital for overcoming self-esteem issues.
- Sobriety can lead to unexpected personal growth and joy.
- AA provides a non-judgmental space for diverse individuals.
"I am a member of Alcoholics Anonymous before I am anything else."
Curious about how individuals from diverse backgrounds tackle addiction? This episode features an LGBTQ panel meeting with Ted R, Gina B, and Tom J at the 53rd ICYPAA YPAA convention. Each speaker shares their unique journey through sobriety, touching on themes of identity, acceptance, and the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous. Ted R kicks things off with tales of his early struggles with self-esteem and identity, illustrating the challenges of being both gay and an alcoholic.
Gina B follows, recounting her realisation of her sexuality and the pivotal role AA played in her acceptance of herself. Finally, Tom J brings the discussion home with stories of his early years in AA, highlighting the importance of finding a supportive community. With humour and candour, these speakers offer insights into the complexities of recovery, proving that no matter your background, AA can be a lifeline. Are you ready to hear how they found strength in their sobriety journey?