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Sandy B AA speaker
Sandy B AA speaker
Sandy B AA speaker
Thursday 2nd July 2020
Join Sandy B as he shares his journey through AA, highlighting the power of community and personal growth in sobriety.
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47 minutes
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Honest
Supportive
Hopeful
Humorous
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Episode Overview
- Sobriety starts with not drinking.
- Community support is crucial in AA.
- Spirituality plays a significant role in recovery.
- AA helps rebuild life and relationships.
- Humour can be a valuable tool in recovery.
Sobriety and Alcoholics Anonymous is an endless series of discoveries of one thing after another that you were wrong about.
In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Sandy B shares his heartfelt journey of sobriety, reflecting on his experiences since joining Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in 1964. Sandy opens up about the simplicity of not drinking as the first step to sobriety, despite the complexity of life’s challenges. His anecdotes range from spending time in jail and a psychiatric ward to becoming a jet pilot in the Marine Corps.
Each story highlights the importance of community and the transformative power of AA's twelve-step programme. Sandy’s candid reflections offer a mix of humour and raw honesty. He emphasises that sobriety is more than just abstaining from alcohol; it's about embracing a supportive community and personal growth. He describes AA as the world’s largest lost and found department, where people find themselves and their purpose.
Sandy also touches on the spiritual aspect of recovery, sharing how recognising a higher power helped him and others in their journey. Listeners will find Sandy’s stories relatable and inspiring, especially when he discusses how AA helped him rebuild his life and relationships. His message is clear: sobriety is an ongoing process of self-discovery and connection with others. Sandy’s journey is a testament to the power of AA and the importance of community support in overcoming addiction.
If you're seeking a heartfelt and humorous perspective on recovery, Sandy B's story is a must-listen. His experiences remind us that while the path to sobriety may be challenging, it is filled with opportunities for growth and connection.