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Risa M at Conference of the Lakes 04-26-25
Risa M at Conference of the Lakes 04-26-25
Risa M at Conference of the Lakes 04-26-25
Friday 9th May 2025
Risa M shares her inspiring journey through sobriety at Conference of the Lakes, highlighting lessons from the AA Big Book.
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Episode Overview
- Risa M shares her journey through sobriety since March 3rd, 2004.
- Her group focuses on line-by-line study of the AA Big Book.
- She highlights learning love and tolerance beyond rigid beliefs.
- Risa discusses overcoming mental obsession with alcohol.
- Emphasises community support and personal growth in recovery.
"The 12 steps have given me the ability to live completely and utterly comfortably in being human."
Risa M takes the stage at the Conference of the Lakes, offering a heartfelt reflection on her journey through sobriety and the transformative power of the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book. With a sobriety date etched in her memory as March 3rd, 2004, Risa shares her experiences with a unique twist—her group studies the Big Book line by line, embracing its teachings as a roadmap to recovery.
As she recounts, this approach has taught her more about love, tolerance, and open-mindedness than she ever imagined. Risa's story is peppered with relatable anecdotes, from childhood memories of feeling different to the moment alcohol first gave her a sense of belonging. She candidly discusses the struggle of living with an allergy to alcohol and the mental obsession that kept drawing her back to drinking.
Her journey through AA wasn't without bumps; she shares moments of doubt and rebellion, yet it was through these challenges that she found a renewed connection to her higher power. The podcast episode is not just about Risa's personal story; it's an exploration of the broader themes of acceptance and growth within the AA community.
Risa emphasises that while the Big Book offers no magic cure, it provides a framework for living comfortably in one's own skin—a lesson she learned the hard way. Her narrative is infused with humour and humility, making it both engaging and enlightening. If you're seeking inspiration or simply a reminder that recovery is a journey filled with ups and downs, Risa's message at the Conference of the Lakes is a must-listen.
Her story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of community in overcoming addiction.