Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
Real Recovery Talk
162 - Ben celebrates 10 years of sobriety!!
162 - Ben celebrates 10 years of sobriety!!
162 - Ben celebrates 10 years of sobriety!!
Thursday 17th December 2020
Join Ben on Real Recovery Talk as he celebrates ten years of sobriety and shares his journey of trust and transformation.
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Tom Conrad: Addiction Recovery Podcaster
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Get the buttons here!Ben's Decade of Sobriety: A Journey of Trust and Transformation
I feel that if I didn’t take that crappy job that I hated, that I wouldn’t be here on the path I was meant to be on. - Ben
How does one navigate the tumultuous waters of early sobriety to reach a decade of being alcohol-free? In this episode of Real Recovery Talk, host Tom Conrad sits down with Ben, who marks his ten-year milestone of sobriety. Ben's journey wasn't smooth sailing from the start. He recalls the first two years as particularly challenging, filled with waves of resentment and self-pity.
Inspired by the founder of AA, Ben learned to ride these emotional waves rather than be overwhelmed by them. Ben shares a pivotal moment in his recovery: taking a job he despised. It was this decision that set him on the path he believes he was meant to follow. He emphasizes the importance of taking advice from those who have successfully navigated their own sobriety journeys.
If a particular piece of advice didn’t work for him, he didn't give up—he simply tried something else. In reflecting on his decade-long journey, Ben notes that life didn't necessarily get easier, but he became better at handling its challenges. The willingness to ask for help and act on the advice given to him was crucial. Ben’s story is a testament to the power of persistence, community support, and the courage to embrace change.
Whether you're in the early stages of sobriety or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement. Tune in to hear Ben's inspiring journey and learn how trust, willingness, and action can pave the way to a sober life.