Ep 18 Telling The Internet I Left AA
Sobriety Bestie Podcast · Kirsten Johnson
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Show Notes
📝 SHOW NOTES: Five days ago, I told the internet that I left Alcoholics Anonymous—after 10 years in, and 5 years out. I finally said it out loud.
And everything exploded.
In this episode, I’m giving you the real, raw, behind-the-scenes of what happened next. From the relief I felt, to the backlash I received, to the massive outpouring of support that showed me just how many people are silently struggling in the shadows of leaving recovery.
If you’re questioning recovery, quietly outgrowing AA, or just curious what it’s like to come out of the leaving AA closet—this is for you.
We talk about:
- The emotional aftermath of hitting publish
- The freedom that came from finally telling the truth
- The reaction I got (the good, the bad, and the trolling)
- Why this message is especially for autistic & neurodivergent women
- Exit trauma, self-trust, and choosing truth over fear
- What happens when we stop hiding and show up authentic
🎧 Listen now, and if it resonates, share it with someone silently suffering. Let's make this conversation not-so-silent anymore.
🔗 Mentioned in this episode:
→ Why I Left AA After 10 Years
→ Personal Facebook (come say hi)
💬 Let’s talk:
Are you in, out, or somewhere in-between? Send me a DM, I’d love to hear your story.