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Dan S. AA Male
Dan S. AA Male
Dan S. AA Male
Tuesday 11th November 2025
Dan S. shares his transformative journey from addiction to sobriety, highlighting the power of community and spiritual awakenings.
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Episode Overview
- Dan S. shares his journey from addiction to sobriety.
- Highlights the importance of spiritual awakenings in recovery.
- Discusses finding support in Alcoholics Anonymous.
- Emphasises the role of community in overcoming addiction.
- Shares personal stories about the impact on family relationships.
"I was living exactly the way I wanted to live... until I wasn't."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Dan S., a self-proclaimed alcoholic, takes listeners on a raw journey through his past experiences with substance abuse and the turning points that led him to sobriety. From his teenage years spent around a gas station teeming with drugs and alcohol to the moment he realised he needed change, Dan's story is one of transformation and resilience.
He recounts his initial perception of Alcoholics Anonymous as a potential end to his life as he knew it, only to find it was a new beginning. Dan's tale is peppered with humorous anecdotes, like his preference for different alcohols based on the mood or occasion, yet it's deeply reflective as he discusses the emotional impact on his family and himself.
The episode doesn't shy away from the tough parts—Dan candidly shares his lowest moments, including contemplating suicide, and how an unexpected encounter with a sober friend became a lifeline. He speaks about the power of spiritual awakenings, often painful yet necessary, which pushed him towards recovery. Listeners will hear about Dan's path through AA, the importance of finding the right sponsor, and how working through the 12 steps brought him peace and purpose.
This episode is a testament to the transformative power of recovery and the importance of community in that journey. Dan's honesty and vulnerability offer hope and encouragement to anyone struggling with addiction. His story is a reminder that even when life feels unmanageable, change is possible with support and determination. Are you ready to hear how one man's life was transformed by embracing sobriety?