The Importance of a Sponsor in Addiction Recovery

Send us Fan MailIn this episode we got to hang out with a woman who is a legend at Shepherd's Gate, Diane Johansen, volunteer extraordinaire and AA sponsor/leader.Diane shares with us her story of hitting her rock bottom and overcoming addiction and how God and the steps of AA helped her get back on her feet and stay sober for over 23 years!!  We talk with her about the importance of finding and keeping a sponsor throughout your journey in  sobriety.We hope this episode is encouraging and  educational about addiction recovery and the  essentials to getting sober and staying sober.In this episode Diane offers to help anyone with their sobriety so we  are including her email if anyone needs to reach out-  [email protected] always  we appreciate your feedback or questions.Thank you  for listening!Editor's note: the views and opinions expressed on Diary of an Overcomer are those of the podcast participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Shepherd's Gate.  We are also mindful that some of the personal stories featuring the word addict and other terms that some may not identify with. We respect and understand those who choose to use certain terms to express themselves. However, we strive to use language that is health oriented, accurately reflects science, promotes evidence-based treatment and demonstrates respect and compassion.