

ESH: Sister Bea
Sep 30, 2024
Sister Bea, a storyteller from Sparks, Nevada, shares her transformative journey of recovery and faith. She reflects on navigating grief after losing her father and how that led her to embrace a life as a Catholic nun. With humor, she recounts her experiences in Alcoholics Anonymous, highlighting connections forged and the challenges of addiction. Her narrative underscores the importance of surrendering to a higher power and finding belonging within the supportive community of AA, showcasing resilience through personal anecdotes.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Navigating Grief and the Journey to Faith
04:18 • 3min
Finding Belonging through Humor and Reflection
06:58 • 5min
Navigating Addiction and Connection
11:50 • 28min
Reflections on Eccentricity and Authenticity in Recovery
40:13 • 2min
The Journey to Surrender
42:13 • 21min
Finding Comfort in Grief and Community
01:02:56 • 4min
Navigating Emotional Sobriety and Higher Power Connection
01:07:09 • 5min