Sober Cast: An (unofficial) Alcoholics Anonymous Podcast AA

Shannon shares a powerful tale of her 20-year journey in sobriety, revealing the profound effects of helping others. She reflects on how childhood experiences with parental alcoholism shaped her relationship with alcohol. The narrative illustrates her chaotic path to recovery, highlighting the vital support from Alcoholics Anonymous in Seattle. Emphasizing spiritual connection, Shannon discusses daily meditation and how aligning with a higher power transformed her life. Her story embodies hope and the importance of community in the recovery process.

I havent posted a longer one episode workshop in a while. So today we have Willie B from Spring Texas leading a 12 step Workshop based out of the 12x12 rather than the Big Book. I think this was recorded in 2004 (cant say for sure), if you know please email me. If thats the case Willie was sober 47 years at the time she presented this workshop. This runs just under seven hours. Event List: https://scast.us/event Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate Email: sobercast@gmail.com Roundup, retreat, convention or workshop coming up? List the event on the Sober Cast website. Visit the link above and look for "Submit Your Event" in the blue box. Sober Cast has 2700+ episodes available, visit SoberCast.com to access all the episodes where you can easily find topics or specific speakers using tags or search. https://sobercast.com

Bill C, a lively speaker from St. Catharines, Canada, shares his remarkable recovery journey after becoming sober in 1967. He humorously recounts his challenging childhood in a large family and the struggles with poverty. Delving into his past, he reflects on experiences with crime, imprisonment, and the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous. His journey includes heartwarming reunions with long-lost family members, highlighting the beauty of imperfect relationships. Bill emphasizes the importance of forgiveness and community support in the road to recovery.

June C, a member of the Worldwide Fellowship of Al-Anon, shares her inspiring journey through family challenges related to alcoholism. She reflects on her strict upbringing and a tumultuous marriage filled with addiction and abuse, revealing the struggles of enabling behavior. June emphasizes how Al-Anon transformed her life through community support, prayer, and the 12-step program. She also touches on personal growth by overcoming fears, using her passion for cutting horse training as a metaphor for surrendering control and embracing healing.

Leslie S., a passionate advocate for recovery from Atlanta, shares her powerful story of surrendering to the journey of sobriety. She delves into the emotional complexities of childhood and the lasting impacts on adult relationships. Insights on navigating love through past traumas reveal the challenges faced in building peaceful connections. Leslie highlights her experiences as a mother, showcasing the dynamics of family life intertwined with recovery. Her candid anecdotes illuminate the healing power of community support and the importance of connection in overcoming alcoholism.

Mary D shares her inspiring journey through alcoholism, illustrating the crucial role of community in recovery. Charlie B follows with heartfelt insights about the struggles of addiction, and profound personal losses faced along the way. Both guests emphasize the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous, highlighting the importance of support, personal growth, and resilience in overcoming addiction. Their stories blend humor and vulnerability, showcasing the strength found in connection and the hope of new beginnings.

Father Tom shares his story at the 2020 Sobriety Under the Sun Convention held in Puerto Vallarta Mexico. Event List: https://scast.us/event Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate Email: sobercast@gmail.com Roundup, retreat, convention or workshop coming up? List the event on the Sober Cast website. Visit the link above and look for "Submit Your Event" in the blue box. Sober Cast has 2700+ episodes available, visit SoberCast.com to access all the episodes where you can easily find topics or specific speakers using tags or search. https://sobercast.com

Beth G, a passionate advocate for recovery, shares her inspiring story from the Miami Valley Winter Conference in 1998. She highlights the power of humor and positivity in overcoming alcoholism. Faith, family support, and continuous learning emerge as key themes. Beth emphasizes self-forgiveness, the significance of close relationships, and nostalgic family moments that fuel her journey. Her heartfelt anecdotes illustrate resilience and the invaluable role of community in achieving and maintaining sobriety.

John C from Belfast, Ireland, shares his heartfelt journey through alcoholism and recovery in Alcoholics Anonymous. He reflects on the chaotic nightlife that led him to seek help, contrasting his past experiences with newfound insights. John dives into the profound isolation and emotional struggles tied to addiction, revealing the complex relationship between craving and despair. His story emphasizes the transformative power of mentorship, community support, and spiritual growth in the recovery process, offering hope to those on similar paths.

Natalie shares her four-year sobriety journey, discussing the initial discomfort of attending AA meetings and emphasizing open-mindedness and community support. Stephen follows with his 14-year experience, reflecting on the role of self-acceptance and spiritual connection during the pandemic. Both stories highlight personal losses, the chaotic impact of addiction on families, and the transformative power of support networks in recovery. The conversation encapsulates resilience, the significance of service to others, and finding joy despite challenges.