Michael Q
Michael Q
100. Scott D. "God is everything or else He is nothing."
100. Scott D. "God is everything or else He is nothing."
100. Scott D. "God is everything or else He is nothing."
Wednesday 16th April 2025
Scott D. shares his powerful journey from addiction to sobriety, highlighting the role of faith and community in recovery.
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Michael Q
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Scott D. shares his spiritual awakening that led to sobriety.
- Reflects on a challenging childhood with an alcoholic father.
- Discusses the role of military discipline in his recovery.
- Highlights the importance of AA community support.
- Emphasises daily prayer, meditation, and gratitude.
I walked out of that dope house and I fell to my knees. Never done that in my life.
In this episode of Sober Shares, Michael Q. welcomes his AA sponsor and friend, Scott D., who shares his remarkable journey to sobriety. Scott's story is nothing short of inspiring, filled with moments of struggle, divine intervention, and ultimate triumph over addiction.
He recounts a vivid nightmare that led him to a life-changing spiritual awakening, where he fell to his knees and asked God for help, feeling an overwhelming sense of peace and clarity that has kept him sober since June 18th, 1989. Scott reflects on his tumultuous childhood, growing up with an alcoholic father and a single mother who moved the family to Dallas for a fresh start.
Despite these challenges, he found solace in the loving environment of his grandparents' home during summer visits. His journey includes stints in the military, which instilled discipline and provided a much-needed escape from his chaotic lifestyle. Scott's candid discussion covers his early struggles with alcohol and drugs, the turning point that led him to embrace faith, and the ongoing support he receives from the AA community.
He emphasises the importance of spirituality in his recovery, sharing how daily prayer and meditation have become integral to his routine. Scott's story is a testament to the power of faith and community in overcoming addiction. His heartfelt gratitude for sobriety shines through as he describes his peaceful mornings spent in his backyard oasis, reflecting on his journey and giving thanks.
This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible with the right support and a willingness to seek help. Tune in to hear Scott's incredible story and find inspiration in his unwavering faith and commitment to sobriety.