Yvonne S AA speakerYvonne S AA speaker
Recovery Radio Network
speaking in 2018
1:09:18•2 Oct 2019
Yvonne S: A Journey from Resistance to Recovery
Episode Overview
- Yvonne shares her initial resistance to AA and how she overcame it.
- Her encounter with child protective services was a turning point.
- The importance of community support within AA.
- Her sponsor's tough love played a crucial role in her recovery.
- Finding joy and gratitude in simple moments during recovery.
“I angrily stomped back up the stairs.”
Yvonne S shares her raw and heartfelt journey through alcoholism and recovery in this episode of Recovery Radio Network. With a mix of humour and sincerity, Yvonne recounts her initial resistance to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the life-changing moment when she realised the importance of staying sober for her daughter. She talks about the struggles of living in the projects, her encounters with child protective services, and the pivotal moments that led her to embrace AA.
Yvonne’s story is filled with personal anecdotes, from sneaking items into her purse to attending her first AA meeting reluctantly. She vividly describes how her sponsor's tough love and structured guidance helped her find a path to sobriety, even when she was initially unwilling to commit fully. Yvonne also touches on the importance of community and support within AA, sharing how seeing other young people passionate about sobriety inspired her.
Her reflections on faith, God, and the steps of AA provide a deeper understanding of what it means to surrender and trust the process. Yvonne’s experiences highlight the highs and lows of recovery, from feeling immense pain during her mother’s death to finding joy in simple moments like watching dust motes in the sunlight. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and understanding in their own recovery journey or supporting someone else through theirs.
Yvonne’s candidness about her struggles and triumphs offers a relatable and hopeful message. Tune in to hear how one woman’s determination and the support of AA transformed her life. Yvonne’s story is not just about overcoming addiction but about finding a new way to live, filled with gratitude, community, and a renewed sense of purpose. If you're looking for a dose of hope and real talk about recovery, this episode is for you.

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