Step 7 and Becoming our Authentic Selves
Step 7 and Becoming our Authentic Selves

ACA Tuesday Zoombox

Janice shares her powerful journey of recovery and self-discovery, highlighting the transformative power of the ACA program.

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15:31•21 Sept 2023

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ACA Tuesday Zoombox

Stories of recovery from the effects of growing up in an alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional home. Recorded at the online ACA Tuesday Zoombox meeting and based on the ACA Tuesday Toolbox meeting in Brooklyn, NY. Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families (ACA) is a Twelve Step, Twelve Tradition program of people who meet to share our experience of growing up in an environment where abuse, neglect, and trauma infected us. This affects us today and influences how we deal with all aspects of our lives. We'd love to hear from you - write to us at tuesdayzoombox@gmail.com

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Janice's Journey: Embracing Authenticity and Healing

Episode Overview

Janice expresses gratitude for the accessibility of meetings and literature through podcasts, which have been instrumental in her recovery journey.
She reflects on her 26 years of sobriety and the realization that her struggles are deeply rooted in her childhood experiences of dysfunction and trauma.
Through the ACA program, she found a way to confront her past and embrace her true self, ultimately finding solace in the tools and support offered by the fellowship.
Janice's candid account serves as a beacon of hope for anyone navigating similar challenges, reminding us that healing and transformation are possible, no matter where we are in our recovery journey.

“I'm really grateful that today, I actually quite like Janice's true self. I'm so much less afraid of showing it.”

Ever wondered how someone can find their true self amidst the chaos of a traumatic past? In this touching episode of ACA Tuesday Zoombox, Janice takes us through her incredible journey of recovery and self-discovery. Living in New Zealand, Janice has spent 26 years sober, yet her struggles with childhood trauma and dysfunction have left lasting scars. Through the ACA program, she found a lifeline in the form of accessible meetings and literature, particularly through podcasts.

Janice opens up about how these resources have been pivotal in her journey, helping her confront her past and embrace her authentic self. Her heartfelt story is a beacon of hope for anyone dealing with similar challenges, reminding us that healing and transformation are possible, no matter where we are on our path to recovery.

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