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A Shot Glass of Recovery

A Shot Glass of Recovery

By: An Alcoholic - Lisa M
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An odd name for a recovery podcast? Absolutely. But if you knew my drinking history, it would make perfect sense. For years, I used alcohol and drugs as a solution—to my thinking, my problems, and honestly, to life itself. Whenever things got uncomfortable, confusing, or required feelings, I reached for a shot glass full of “solution.”

Spoiler alert: when the glasses were empty and the bottles ran dry, that solution had only made everything worse.

I’ve been on this recovery road for a little over 20 years now, and here’s what I’ve learned: the only way I get to keep what I have is by giving it away—preferably without a hangover.

This podcast is a speaker series curated from my home group, AA Solution Seekers. It’s recycled wisdom, borrowed experience, and feedback straight from the rooms of recovery. So if you’re feeling alone, looking for company, or just need a positive message that doesn’t come with bad advice or worse decisions, pull up a chair and listen in.

Thanks for being here, for listening, and for helping me stay sober—one day at a time.

Keep Coming Back!

Lisa

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Episodes
  • Mandy from Australia

    Mandy from Australia
    Aug 28 2024

    This guest came to my attention from one of my sponsee's, she was described as "the most down to earth, hard hitting, honest, real speaker...I have ever heard.".

    Pretty amazing recommendation! This was Mandy's first time being recorded, I doubt it will be her last.
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    40 mins
  • Part 26 The Big Book Study with Lisa and Friends - Chapter 6: INTO ACTION

    Part 26 The Big Book Study with Lisa and Friends - Chapter 6: INTO ACTION
    Aug 25 2024

    The Big Book Study with Lisa and Friends: Part 26

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    We are on episode 26, Chapter 6 Into Action.

    Discussing what to do after we have taken a personal inventory.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Unlocking Emotional Sobriety: Insights from Bill Wilson's Letters

    Unlocking Emotional Sobriety: Insights from Bill Wilson's Letters
    Aug 22 2024

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    Hi, I'm Lisa, and welcome to a Shotglass of Recovery. In this episode, we dive into one of Bill Wilson's profound letters published in The Grapevine in January 1958, titled "The Next Frontier: Emotional Sobriety." Join me as I read and reflect on Bill's insights about emotional maturity and balance, drawn from his own experiences and struggles in early sobriety.

    We'll explore the challenges faced by long-time AA members who, despite achieving sobriety, often still grapple with emotional well-being. Bill Wilson's candid discussion on the necessity of ongoing spiritual and emotional work highlights the importance of humility, self-awareness, and the continuous effort to overcome dependencies and unrealistic demands on others.

    Listen in as I share personal anecdotes and insights, emphasizing the significance of maintaining emotional sobriety through the principles of AA and the teachings of the 12 Steps. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that true recovery involves not just abstaining from alcohol, but also achieving peace and balance within oneself.
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    23 mins
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