Howard L.
Howard L.
Bob W. – Sober Since July 1999
Bob W. – Sober Since July 1999
Bob W. – Sober Since July 1999
Thursday 4th December 2025
Explore Bob W.'s inspiring journey from addiction to sobriety, revealing the power of AA and personal transformation.
68 minutes
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Recovery with AA
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Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Bob W. found sobriety through the AA program after decades of alcoholism.
- His addiction severely impacted his family life, leading to divorce.
- He attended over 100 AA meetings in the first 90 days of sobriety.
- Despite initial struggles, Bob overcame other addictive behaviours.
- Bob rebuilt his life in Houston, finding happiness and purpose.
"I had to change everything. I just said, I'm going to meetings, I'm going to connect with everybody in the program."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Meet Bob W., a Vietnam veteran and former banking executive, whose life was once a chaotic mix of alcoholism and career success. Despite achieving material wealth and raising three children, Bob's personal life spiralled due to his addiction. His marriage fell apart, and his relationship with his children deteriorated. By his late 50s, he was considering the same tragic exit as his father.
But a chance meeting with a young colleague led him to AA, where he found a new path to recovery. Bob shares how he embraced the AA program, attending over 100 meetings in his first 90 days of sobriety. His story is not just about quitting alcohol but also about confronting other addictive behaviours that persisted even after he stopped drinking. Bob's journey took him from California back to Houston, where he rebuilt his life and found happiness again.
His tale is one of resilience and transformation, proving that it's never too late to start anew. As you listen, you'll be inspired by Bob's candid reflections on his struggles and triumphs. Could this be the story that sparks your own journey to recovery?