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ESH: Alan (29 years)
ESH: Alan (29 years)
ESH: Alan (29 years)
Sunday 19th June 2022
Tune into Sober Cast to hear Alan's inspiring 29-year journey to sobriety, focusing on community support and overcoming addiction.
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And what I've found in being around here a long time is that I'm incredibly self-centered and incredibly lazy, and that's a bad combination for a drunk.
What happens when you grow up in a place where drinking is practically a way of life? Alan, hailing from Alaska, knows this all too well. In this episode of Sober Cast, he opens up about his 29-year journey to sobriety, sharing his story at the Sunday Night Speakers meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous in Seattle.
From the moment he took his first drink, Alan found himself on a slippery slope, one that got even steeper when he mixed alcohol with drugs. His candid recounting of those turbulent years offers a raw look into the chaos that addiction can bring. Alan doesn't just stop at the lows; he also dives into his path to recovery.
He talks about the various treatment methods he tried, from self-help books to rehab programs, and how they played a role in his quest for sobriety. But it was finding AA that truly made a difference. Alan emphasizes the importance of fellowship and community, describing how the support he found in AA meetings helped him stay on track. He also touches on the concept of 'competitive sobriety', where seeing others succeed motivated him to keep pushing forward.
Alan's story isn't just about his personal battles; it's also about the broader impact of addiction on family and relationships. He reflects on how his drinking affected those around him and how repairing those bonds became a crucial part of his recovery process. His journey is a testament to the power of community and the transformative effect of working the AA steps. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for hope and inspiration in their own recovery journey.
Alan's story is a powerful reminder that no matter how deep you are in addiction, there's always a way out with the right support.