A Shot Glass of Recovery

Rising from the Shadows: A Journey of Resilience and Recovery

A Shot Glass of Recovery
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In this episode of the Speaker Series on "A Shot Glass of Recovery," host Lisa M. introduces a powerful and moving story of resilience and hope from Belinda C., who shares their personal journey from a traumatic childhood to finding strength in sobriety. With a sober date of 1-17-18, our speaker recounts the harrowing experiences of growing up in a tumultuous environment, including being trafficked by their own mother and facing extreme challenges such as institutionalization.
Despite a past riddled with pain and adversity, Bellinda C., found solace and transformation within the AA community, gradually learning to trust and connect with others. The journey towards healing included overcoming significant educational barriers, embracing service, and discovering a newfound purpose in life. This inspiring narrative emphasizes the power of community, the importance of finding a mentor, and the commitment to helping others facing similar struggles.
Join us for this heartfelt episode as we explore themes of survival, acceptance, and the unwavering spirit of a survivor who turned their life around through the strength gained from the AA fellowship and a determination to "get the people" and assist those still suffering from addiction.
 
After the show notes were written for this episode - I received a text from Berlinda's partner "Ronnie"...I thought it would be nice to share it here.
"Berlinda C. is a Woman In Recovery who is dedicated to working on herself and helping another alcoholic. She takes her Recovery seriously, but she is so full of life and is funny. Berlinda is working on getting her CASAC so she can continue to help others. Berlinda's story is one of resiliency, support, and love. I am so very proud of her and glad she is my partner. We do this thing called life together and I am grateful that she is in my life."

Finding Peace Amidst Turmoil: The St. Francis Practice - Line 1 PEACE

A Shot Glass of Recovery
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TODAY'S EPISODE:
In this heartwarming episode of "A Shot Glass of Recovery," host Lisa invites listeners to explore the healing power found in the 12-step recovery process. Joined by her sponsee, Sarah, Lisa dives into the profound implications of the St. Francis Prayer for those on their recovery journey. They dissect each line, offering insights into how peace can be channeled even when faced with adversity.
The duo discusses transformative personal meditations and practices, with Sarah sharing her experiences and techniques like the RAIN mindfulness method to help navigate emotional turmoil. They also explore the application of big book wisdom, and delve into the challenges of maintaining serenity when confronted by negativity.
Lisa and Sarah's friendly banter and Sarah's real-life experiences bring richness to the conversation, making it accessible to anyone facing similar challenges. Whether you're familiar with recovery or new to the journey, this episode offers a compassionate guiding light towards finding peace and harmony in everyday life.

Ashley B St Clements Toronto

A Shot Glass of Recovery
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If you’d like to see A Shot Glass of Recovery continue to pour out content, please consider supporting the show financially. Contributions can be made via our PayPal link at ashotglassofrecovery. Whether it’s $1 or $25, every bit helps keep the show going strong, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.
If you love the show, don’t forget to support us by liking, subscribing, and following on your favorite platforms like iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Your engagement helps the show grow and reach more people just like you!
We’d also love to hear from you—leave a review and let us know how the show has impacted your recovery journey. Your feedback means the world to us.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
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Episode: Ashley B - St. Clements Toronto
 
I was working the day Ashley spoke at my home group. It worked out well, she gets more nervous when I am present...now I know when I'm not present she talks about me! But I'm an alcoholic, so I love that.
 
She is sweet, kind, awkward, shy, loyal, faithful and tries every day to  be better than she was before.
I love so many things about her....but this isn't the place for that.
Ladies and gentlemen....my beautiful wife.

Mark R - Primetime

A Shot Glass of Recovery
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If you love the show, don’t forget to support us by liking, subscribing, and following on your favorite platforms like iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Your engagement helps the show grow and reach more people just like you!
We’d also love to hear from you—leave a review and let us know how the show has impacted your recovery journey. Your feedback means the world to us.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
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Let's talk about sex....with MeMaw???

A Shot Glass of Recovery
Welcome back to A Shot Glass of Recovery! Whether you're a first-time listener or a loyal member of the show, we’re so glad you’re here. 🌟
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If you’d like to see A Shot Glass of Recovery continue to pour out content, please consider supporting the show financially. Contributions can be made via our PayPal link at ashotglassofrecovery. Whether it’s $1 or $25, every bit helps keep the show going strong, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.
If you love the show, don’t forget to support us by liking, subscribing, and following on your favorite platforms like iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Your engagement helps the show grow and reach more people just like you!
We’d also love to hear from you—leave a review and let us know how the show has impacted your recovery journey. Your feedback means the world to us.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
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Lorraine from AA Solution Seekers

 A Shot Glass of Recovery
Welcome back to A Shot Glass of Recovery! Whether you're a first-time listener or a loyal member of our community, we’re so glad you’re here. 🌟
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If you’d like to see A Shot Glass of Recovery continue to pour out content, please consider supporting the show financially. Contributions can be made via our PayPal link at ashotglassofrecovery. Whether it’s $1 or $25, every bit helps keep the show going strong, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
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Episode Title:
 A Shot Glass of Recovery
Welcome back to A Shot Glass of Recovery! Whether you're a first-time listener or a loyal member of our community, we’re so glad you’re here. 🌟
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If you love the show, don’t forget to support us by liking, subscribing, and following on your favorite platforms like iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Your engagement helps the show grow and reach more people just like you!
We’d also love to hear from you—leave a review and let us know how the show has impacted your recovery journey. Your feedback means the world to us.
If you’d like to see A Shot Glass of Recovery continue to pour out content, please consider supporting the show financially. Contributions can be made via our PayPal link at ashotglassofrecovery. Whether it’s $1 or $25, every bit helps keep the show going strong, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
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Episode Title: Lorraine from NJ
 
I asked a Sponsee of Lorraine's to do her introduction.
here is what she wrote:
 
Lorraine is an honest, loving and respected member of our recovery community, Alcoholic Anonymous and treasured member of our online home group AA Solution Seekers. She was born on May 24 and is a loving mother and grandmother to her three granddaughters. Lorraine will celebrate 15 years of sobriety on October 25th. Originally from New Jersey, she brings a quiet strength and a wealth of experience to every meeting she attends. As my sponsor, Lorraine has shown me through both words and actions what it means to live with grace, humility, and purpose in recovery. Her journey is a powerful testament to the healing that’s possible when we stay committed to the process and keep showing up, one day at a time.
Let's listen in.
 

Episode 42 Big Book Study

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You can also support the show by liking, subscribing, and following it on your favorite platforms. Leave a 5 star review while you're there! There is nothing I love more than your engagement so please email me at ashotglassofrecovery@gmail.com and let me know how this show has contributed to your unique journey in recovery. Let me know if I can celebrate a milestone with you and give you a shout out. Would you like to be a guest? Drop me a line by email.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Cheers to recovery! 🥂 NON Alcoholic toast of course! 
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Episode Title: Chapter 8 - To Wives  yes...still.... they deserve it.
 
Probably one of THE most loathed chapters for women in recovery because behind those feelings is a world of hurt and feeling left out and misunderstood. We were the alcoholic wives and many of us thought this chapter didn't concern us. But what is it Herbert Spencer said about "contempt prior to investigation"?
It leaves us in a world of ignorance.
So let's keep an open mind and get into it!
 
p.s. replace "husband" with "the alcoholic" in your mind....it helps.
Today we pick up on page 106 and discuss the 4 types of "alcoholic husbands".

Karolina ODAAT

 A Shot Glass of Recovery
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If you’d like to see A Shot Glass of Recovery continue to pour out content, please consider supporting the show financially. Contributions can be made via our PayPal link at ashotglassofrecovery. Whether it’s $1 or $25, every bit helps keep the show going strong, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
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Episode Title: Karolina from the UK
Karolina is a woman just heading into her 4th year of a life recovered. It's funny because if you knew her at 2 years into her journey of recovery you wouldn't think these two women were the same person! Just goes to show a LOT can happen on our journey on the road to recovery.
Karolina's story is not unique, save for a few minor details (husband, kid) her story could be my story. We came here got dry before we got sober before we got emotionally sober and got on the path to spiritually fit.
 
Time takes time and God works on us when we let go and let God.
 
 
Let's listen in.
 

Ep 41 Big Book study chapter 8 To Wives (don't leave!)

A Shot Glass of Recovery
Welcome back to A Shot Glass of Recovery! Whether you're a first-time listener to A Shot Glass of Recovery or a loyal member from my 2 Sober Chicks days, I’m glad you’re here. 🌟
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If you love the show, I’m asking for your support. Drop a 1$, 5, 10 or 25 in the virtual pay pay basket at paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecovery .  Any amount will help me afford to fund this project and continue to bring you great speakers, the Big Book Study, workshops and Lisa shots that contain a wildcard of variety.
You can also support the show by liking, subscribing, and following it on your favorite platforms:  iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Leave a 5 star review while you're there! There is nothing I love more than your engagement so please email me at ashotglassofrecovery@gmail.com and let me know how this show has contributed to your unique journey. Let me know if I can celebrate a milestone with you and give you a shout out.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Cheers to recovery! 🥂 NON Alcoholic toast of course! 
paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecovery
Episode Title: Chapter 8 - To Wives
 
Probably one of THE most loathed chapters for women in recovery because behind those feelings is a world of hurt and feeling left out and misunderstood. We were the alcoholic wives and many of us thought this chapter didn't concern us. But what is it Herbert Spencer said about "contempt prior to investigation"?
It leaves us in a world of ignorance.
So let's keep an open mind and get into it!
 
p.s. replace "husband" with "the alcoholic" in your mind....it helps.
 

Leshay from Florida

 A Shot Glass of Recovery
Welcome back to A Shot Glass of Recovery! Whether you're a first-time listener or a loyal member of our community, we’re so glad you’re here. 🌟
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If you love the show, don’t forget to support us by liking, subscribing, and following on your favorite platforms like iTunes, Spotify, and Podbean. Your engagement helps the show grow and reach more people just like you!
We’d also love to hear from you—leave a review and let us know how the show has impacted your recovery journey. Your feedback means the world to us.
If you’d like to see A Shot Glass of Recovery continue to pour out content, please consider supporting the show financially. Contributions can be made via our PayPal link at ashotglassofrecovery. Whether it’s $1 or $25, every bit helps keep the show going strong, and we deeply appreciate your generosity.
Thank you for being part of our community—your support fuels this journey of hope, healing, and growth.
Here's a NON-Alcoholic Cheers to recovery! 🥂 <sparkling water glasses>
paypal.me/AShotGlassofRecovery
Episode Title: LeShay from Florida
 
LeShay is a woman on the move. She has been sober for 13 years at the time of this recording. Leshay's message today is centered on the core principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. She seamlessly weaves in her own experience, blending it with the wisdom of AA literature. She has a very busy life while still managing to be accountable to a sponsor, sponsees, and to MY home group AA Solution Seekers as our GSR for area 83.
Her whole message today is like a big book study and ultimately relatable to herself as an alcoholic.
 
Let's listen in.