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AA Podcast
ESH: Scott R (NSFW)
ESH: Scott R (NSFW)
ESH: Scott R (NSFW)
Saturday 23rd July 2022
Scott R shares his journey from a troubled past to recovery in AA, emphasizing the power of community support. Listen to this inspiring story now.
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Get the buttons here!Scott R: Overcoming a Troubled Past Through AA's Supportive Community
The idea is that my suffering is going to purchase the thing that I crave. I'm in, I'm in and you know I'm cancer free and I've got all this other stuff going for the kind of cancer I had.
Scott R, a circuit speaker from the Bronx, takes center stage in this gripping episode of Sober Cast. Speaking at the 2008 Soberstock Roundup in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Scott lays bare his tumultuous upbringing marked by mental and physical abuse, chronic institutionalization, and even suicide attempts. But he’s quick to clarify that his family didn’t make him an alcoholic; his journey into addiction was his own.
Scott shares how alcoholism progressively consumed his life, straining relationships with his family and others around him. Yet, Scott’s story is not just one of struggle but also of hope and transformation. He credits the Alcoholics Anonymous community for playing a crucial role in his recovery. Through AA, he found a space where his struggles were acknowledged as real issues to be addressed, not mere complaints.
Scott discusses the profound impact of surrendering to a higher power, which he describes as nothing short of miraculous. This surrender and subsequent conversion were pivotal moments in his journey to sobriety. Scott’s candid recounting of his defective character and its impact on his recovery adds another layer to his narrative. He emphasizes that recovery is not just about abstaining from alcohol but also about addressing deep-seated issues within oneself.
His story serves as a powerful reminder that finding peace often involves leaning on a supportive community that understands the complexities of addiction. Tune in to hear Scott R’s authentic and inspiring journey, and discover how the AA community can offer hope and support for those battling similar struggles.