Sandy D. AFG speaker

Sandy D. AFG speaker

Recovery Radio Network

speaking in 2013

HonestInspiringSupportiveHopefulRaw

57:162 Apr 2018

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Sandy D.'s Journey: Finding Serenity in Al-Anon

Episode Overview

  • Sandy D. shares her personal journey through Al-Anon.
  • Discusses the impact of growing up in an alcoholic family.
  • Highlights the importance of community and support groups.
  • Explores key steps in the Al-Anon program.
  • Offers a mix of humour and heartfelt reflections.
Recovery doesn't protect us from life; it enables us to live more fully and deal with problems as they arise

In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Sandy D., a dedicated member of the Al-Anon Family Groups, shares her deeply personal journey through a life entangled with alcoholism. Speaking from her heart, Sandy recounts the challenges she faced growing up in a family plagued by alcohol abuse and how these experiences shaped her path to recovery.

Her narrative is filled with raw honesty, from the tragic loss of family members to addiction, to her own struggles with finding love and stability. Sandy's story is not just about surviving but thriving through the power of the Al-Anon program and its twelve steps. She vividly describes how the support of her home group and the principles of Al-Anon helped her reclaim her life and find serenity amidst chaos.

Sandy's reflections on step work, particularly steps one, two, and three, offer listeners a relatable and inspiring perspective on surrendering to a higher power and finding peace. Her anecdotes, like hiding her husband's car keys to deter him from drinking, add a touch of humour to an otherwise heavy topic. By the end of the episode, Sandy leaves you with a powerful message about the importance of community and continuous self-improvement in recovery.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking solace and strength in their own recovery journey.

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