Chris W
Chris W
SOBER TALK SA - Karina
SOBER TALK SA - Karina
SOBER TALK SA - Karina
Tuesday 21st October 2025
Karina shares her inspiring journey from alcoholism to recovery, highlighting the transformative power of AA's support and programme.
24 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Transformative
Raw
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Karina felt like an outsider from a young age, struggling to fit in.
- Alcohol initially helped Karina cope but eventually led to isolation.
- The turning point was when alcohol stopped working, prompting her to seek help.
- AA provided a supportive community and a programme that changed her perception.
- Karina's story highlights the importance of addressing underlying issues.
"Alcoholics get drunk to go to a party. I got drunk to go to life."
Get ready to be moved by Karina's raw and honest account of her journey through alcoholism and recovery. In this episode of Sober Talk SA, Karina opens up about feeling like an outsider from a young age, struggling to fit in, and how alcohol initially seemed like the magic potion that helped her cope with life's challenges. But as she recounts, the very thing that once made her feel alive eventually turned on her, leaving her isolated and desperate.
Karina shares her pivotal moment of realisation when alcohol stopped working its 'magic,' leading her to the doors of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). With candid anecdotes, she explains how AA's community and programme helped her shift her perception of the world, allowing her to find a sense of belonging and purpose. Karina's story is not just about quitting alcohol; it's about a profound transformation in how she views herself and the world around her.
Listeners will find inspiration in Karina's ability to rebuild relationships, regain stability, and live life as an 'earthling' rather than feeling like a 'Martian' on the wrong planet. Her journey underscores the power of support groups and the importance of addressing underlying issues rather than just symptoms. If you've ever wondered how a change in mindset can alter one's path, Karina's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
How do you perceive your challenges, and could a shift in perspective be your key to overcoming them?