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ESH: Eric (25 Years)
ESH: Eric (25 Years)
ESH: Eric (25 Years)
Tuesday 25th November 2025
Eric shares his inspiring 25-year sobriety journey at the Netherlands Roundup, reflecting on the power of AA and living with gratitude.
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Episode Overview
- Sobriety can feel both recent and distant, emphasising gratitude.
- AA meetings offer a sense of community and understanding.
- Service within AA helps focus on others rather than oneself.
- Gratitude is an action, not just words.
- Recovery involves both personal growth and community support.
"I knew I could stay because you had a sign in the room that said I had a right to be there."
Ever wondered what it takes to stay sober for 25 years? Eric's story is a captivating journey of ups and downs, all centred around his experience with Alcoholics Anonymous. He shares his tale at the Netherlands Roundup, reflecting on his path to sobriety since June 1990. Eric talks about the simplicity and chaos of his drinking days, waking up in strange places and battling internal turmoil. Despite outward appearances of stability, he felt like he was dying inside.
The turning point came when he embraced AA, finding comfort and community among people who understood his struggles. Eric's story is a testament to the power of fellowship and service in AA, highlighting how a supportive group can transform lives. His anecdotes about meeting his wife at a service meeting and experiencing AA conventions add a personal touch to his narrative. With a mix of humour and sincerity, Eric's journey emphasises gratitude as a key component of recovery.
His tale encourages listeners to consider how they can live with an 'attitude of gratitude' and make progress, inch by inch. So, if you're curious about how someone can maintain sobriety for over two decades, Eric's story is one to hear.