Welcome to Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, Where we believe that connection is the opposite of addiction, vulnerability is the antidote to shame, and that recovery isn’t just rewarding, but also a lot of fun. Listen as we get together with friends to shed light on the hard things, talk about the other side of addiction, and how we create a life so full there’s no space left for alcohol.
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Welcome to Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, Where we believe that connection is the opposite of addiction, vulnerability is the antidote to shame, and that recovery isn’t just rewarding, but also a lot of fun. Listen as we get together with friends to shed light on the hard things, talk about the other side of addiction, and how we create a life so full there’s no space left for alcohol.
For a lot of people, AA is the only recovery path they’ve ever heard of. But what happens when you walk into a meeting and it just doesn’t feel right? What if you tried it, didn’t connect with it, or couldn’t see yourself adopting the identity or structure it requires? On this episode, Julie and Steve sit down with returning guests Alexandra McRobert and Barclay Mullins to talk honestly about how to get sober without AA, what worked for them, and what to do when you need a different path.
In this episode:
What each person expected AA to be and what their real experience was
How to know when AA isn’t the right fit for you
The pressure and identity struggles that can come with the program
Why some people thrive in AA and others don’t
The role of language, labels, and self-identity in recovery
How to build your own recovery path without meetings
Community options outside AA and why connection is still essential
Internal work, spiritual practices, and tools that supported early sobriety
Alternative resources like quit lit, apps, online groups, yoga, journaling, and coaching
One small step you can take today if you want to get sober without AA
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Through the Glass Recovery is a podcast for people who want a life that feels happy and full, not miserable. We talk about emotional wellness, sobriety, self worth, and building a life you don’t wish you could escape from.
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Welcome to Through the Glass Recovery Podcast, Where we believe that connection is the opposite of addiction, vulnerability is the antidote to shame, and that recovery isn’t just rewarding, but also a lot of fun. Listen as we get together with friends to shed light on the hard things, talk about the other side of addiction, and how we create a life so full there’s no space left for alcohol.
