Shank and Wayne
Shank and Wayne
To Employers with Julie M.
To Employers with Julie M.
To Employers with Julie M.
Tuesday 17th September 2024
Julie M. shares her journey to sobriety, discussing how honesty in the workplace and AA principles transformed her life.
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Episode Overview
- Julie M. shares her experience with alcoholism and recovery.
- The episode includes a reading from 'To Employers' in the AA book.
- Julie discusses the importance of honesty with employers.
- Memorable AA sayings are explored for their wisdom.
- Employer support can play a crucial role in recovery.
My mind is a bad neighbourhood, I don't go there alone
Julie M. joins Shank and Wayne on Alcoholics Alive! to share her journey of recovery and how it intersected with her professional life. This episode dives into a reading from the chapter 'To Employers' from the book Alcoholics Anonymous. Julie recounts her rocky path to sobriety, including a two-week blackout and a stint in rehab, highlighting the struggles and triumphs she faced along the way.
With humour and honesty, she discusses the impact of her alcoholism on her job and how her employer's understanding played a pivotal role in her recovery. Julie also shares practical advice on when to disclose your alcoholism to your employer and the importance of honesty in the workplace. The episode is peppered with memorable sayings like 'We get a front row seat to the greatest show on earth' and 'My mind is a bad neighbourhood, I don't go there alone'.
Meeting Shrapnel explores these phrases, offering a blend of wisdom and wit. Julie’s story is a testament to the power of AA’s principles in transforming not just personal lives but professional ones too. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that balances serious insights with light-hearted moments.