In this powerful episode of The Begin Again Podcast, host Gary Menkes sits down with Carol Ann Ferguson, founder of Books Over Booze, to explore her transformative journey from battling late-onset alcoholism to creating a platform that inspires sobriety through the healing power of books. Carol Ann shares her candid story, revealing how societal pressures, personal struggles, and the stigma of addiction led to years of denial and hidden drinking, culminating in a pivotal moment of illness in 2023 that changed her life forever.

Carol Ann discusses the challenges of maintaining sobriety, particularly in social settings filled with alcohol, and how she discovered solace and distraction in reading. Her journey of self-awareness and the supportive online community she built through Books Over Booze highlight the importance of connection and accountability in recovery. Together, Gary and Carol Ann explore the profound impact of childhood trauma on addiction, the genetic predispositions that concern her for her daughters, and the courage it takes to share personal recovery stories publicly.

Tune in to hear Carol Ann’s inspiring transformation, the lessons she’s learned, and how she’s helping others rewrite their own stories of recovery and resilience. 🌟

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