AA Speaker - Yvonne S. - Oslo, Norway - 2018

AA Speaker - Yvonne S. - Oslo, Norway - 2018

Yvonne S. from Los Angeles, CA speaking at the Primary Purpose group's annual convention in Oslo, Norway - November 3rd 2018

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Yvonne shares her journey from deep resistance to Alcoholics Anonymous to a profound transformation through surrender, service, and faith. Initially unwilling and skeptical, she followed direction reluctantly, first attending meetings just to regain custody of her daughter. Despite her initial defiance, a series of experiences—meeting young, vibrant AA members, an unexpected sponsor, and the willingness to take action despite disbelief—brought her into true recovery. A pivotal moment came when she prayed for relief from her suffering, experiencing a spiritual awakening that solidified her faith. Through the 12 steps, rigorous honesty, and making amends, she rebuilt her life, finding joy, purpose, and an unshakable connection to God. Now, with decades of sobriety, she remains deeply engaged in AA, passing on the message of hope, humility, and the power of service.

Music: Deep by KaizanBlu

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