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Suzy R AA speaker
Suzy R AA speaker
Suzy R AA speaker
Thursday 5th August 2021
Suzy R. shares her gripping journey from the depths of alcoholism to finding hope and community through Alcoholics Anonymous.
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49 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Supportive
Raw
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Episode Overview
- Suzy's journey from teenage drinking to rock bottom.
- How a judge's ultimatum led her to Alcoholics Anonymous.
- The importance of the Big Book in her recovery.
- The role of community and support in overcoming addiction.
- Humour and humility in sharing her story.
I didn't come to Alcoholics Anonymous because I wanted to be sober. I came in because I was given a choice by a judge between going to jail or going into treatment.
Ever wondered how a simple choice can turn your life around? In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Suzy R. shares her gripping journey from the depths of alcoholism to finding hope and community through Alcoholics Anonymous. Speaking in 1989, Suzy opens up about her struggles with addiction, starting from her teenage years when she first picked up a drink to her eventual rock bottom.
She paints a vivid picture of the chaos and pain that characterised her life before sobriety, including moments of extreme isolation and self-destruction. Her raw honesty about the physical and emotional toll of alcoholism is both heart-wrenching and eye-opening. But it's not all doom and gloom. Suzy's story takes a hopeful turn as she recounts her path to recovery. Forced into treatment by a judge, she initially resisted the help offered to her.
However, through the unwavering support of the AA community and a tough-love sponsor, she began to rebuild her life. Suzy's anecdotes are peppered with humour and humility, making her story relatable and inspiring. She emphasises the importance of the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and the transformative power of sharing your story with others who understand. Suzy's message is clear: recovery is possible, but it requires honesty, community, and a willingness to change.
Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Suzy's journey offers valuable insights and hope. Tune in to hear how one woman's struggle became a beacon of hope for many others.