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Yvonne N AFG speaker
Yvonne N AFG speaker
Yvonne N AFG speaker
Thursday 25th March 2021
Yvonne N shares her journey from attorney and judge to recovering alcoholic, offering humour and raw honesty about the struggles and triumphs of sobriety.
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Episode Overview
- Yvonne's journey from a high-profile career to recovery.
- The humbling process of re-education in AA.
- Impact of her mother's alcoholism on her childhood.
- The choice between living and dying in sobriety.
- Humorous and poignant anecdotes from her recovery journey.
"When we are teachable, the teacher will appear"
In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Yvonne N shares her heartfelt journey through alcoholism and recovery. Speaking back in 1999, Yvonne's story is a rollercoaster of highs and lows, deeply marked by her career as an attorney and retired judge. Her candid reflections offer a raw look at the ego and unteachability that often accompany addiction. She humorously recounts being 'unmarketable' in Alcoholics Anonymous due to her professional background, highlighting the humbling process of re-education that recovery necessitates.
Yvonne's anecdotes, such as comparing her degrees to a rectal thermometer, bring a touch of levity to her otherwise serious narrative. She vividly describes the impact of her mother's alcoholism on her childhood, from finding hidden whiskey bottles to witnessing early AA meetings at home. These experiences shaped her understanding of addiction long before she sought help herself. Her sobriety journey is interwoven with tales of professional achievements and personal failures, illustrating the complex interplay between success and substance abuse.
A poignant moment comes when Yvonne talks about the choice between living and dying, emphasising that for those in recovery, the choice to drink is no longer an option but a matter of life or death. Her story is a testament to the transformative power of AA and the enduring struggle for sobriety. If you're looking for an honest, sometimes humorous, and deeply relatable account of recovery, this episode is a must-listen.