Rachel R – How did we become willing to make amends?Rachel R – How did we become willing to make amends?
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Rachel RHome group: Shark Island Attitude Adjustment meeting, Newport Beach California4 years sober Twitter @RachelRoeMallon
4:21•15 Oct 2020
Rachel R's Courageous Path to Making Amends
Episode Overview
- Willingness to make amends is crucial for recovery.
- Facing fears and taking responsibility leads to personal growth.
- Forgiveness starts with oneself before extending to others.
- Living amends can repair relationships and foster healing.
- Acceptance and willingness are key components in sobriety.
“"Acceptance is the answer and willingness is the key."”
Rachel R's journey through recovery is nothing short of inspiring. With four years of sobriety under her belt, Rachel opens up about the pivotal moment she became willing to make amends as part of her recovery process. This episode from SoberQ explores the emotional and challenging Step 8 of Alcoholics Anonymous, a step that requires individuals to list those they have harmed and become willing to make amends.
Rachel shares her personal story of surrendering to sobriety after battling a physical addiction to vodka, and how she embraced the colourful journey of recovery with open arms. Through heartfelt anecdotes, Rachel reveals how childhood abuse and an abusive marriage led her to drink as a way of coping. But she found strength in the AA program, particularly through the guidance of her sponsor and the transformative power of the 12 steps.
Her willingness to face her fears and take responsibility for her actions allowed her to grow and find peace within herself. The episode paints a vivid picture of Rachel's path to forgiveness, both for herself and others, as she shares how she worked through her spiritual blocks by making living amends. Her candid reflections offer hope and encouragement to anyone facing similar struggles, showing that change is possible when you're willing to put in the effort.
If you're curious about how Rachel managed to turn her life around and develop a new friendship with her ex while co-parenting, this episode is a must-listen. It's a testament to the power of acceptance and willingness, proving that even the darkest times can lead to personal growth and healing.

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