Chris W
Chris W
Sober Talk SA - Lesley
Sober Talk SA - Lesley
Sober Talk SA - Lesley
Tuesday 21st October 2025
Lesley shares her inspiring journey through alcoholism, recovery, and the power of AA. Discover hope and transformation in this heartfelt episode.
20 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Honest
Supportive
Transformative
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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
- Lesley shares her struggle with alcoholism from a young age.
- Alcoholics Anonymous played a crucial role in her recovery.
- She highlights the importance of community support in sobriety.
- Incremental changes can lead to significant life transformations.
- Finding hope and strength in a supportive network is key.
"I was the loneliest person on the planet when I first came in."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this heartfelt episode of Sober Talk SA, Lesley takes centre stage to share her gripping journey through alcoholism and recovery. With an open heart, she recounts her early struggles with fitting in and the allure of alcohol as a temporary escape from life's pressures.
Lesley paints a vivid picture of her life spiralling out of control, from her teenage experimentation to the chaotic years of adulthood, where alcohol was both a crutch and a curse. Lesley's story is a testament to the power of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the community it fosters. She candidly discusses the shame and loneliness that accompanied her addiction, and how AA meetings provided a safe haven where she found acceptance and understanding.
Her tale is peppered with humour, especially when she talks about her attempts to find a "respectable" way to drink, only to end up on strangers' lawns. As she speaks, Lesley offers practical advice for those struggling with similar issues, emphasising the importance of small, consistent efforts in rebuilding one's life. From paying off debts to restoring her home, she highlights how incremental changes can lead to monumental transformations.
Her journey underscores the significance of support systems and finding strength in community. Lesley's transformation from feeling like "the loneliest person on the planet" to becoming a valued member of society is both inspiring and hopeful. Her story encourages anyone facing addiction to take that first step towards recovery, reassuring them that change is possible with dedication and support. So, are you ready to be inspired by Lesley's incredible journey?