AA Podcast
AA Podcast
ESH: Peter M from Boca Raton FL
ESH: Peter M from Boca Raton FL
ESH: Peter M from Boca Raton FL
Thursday 8th January 2026
Peter M shares his inspiring journey from alcoholism to recovery at a Seattle AA meeting. Discover hope and transformation in this heartfelt episode.
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Episode Overview
- Peter M shares his personal story of recovery from alcoholism.
- He emphasises the importance of spiritual connection in sobriety.
- The role of AA's 12 steps is highlighted as transformative.
- Peter discusses the value of having a sponsor for guidance.
- Humour and candid anecdotes make his journey relatable.
"God doesn't love me if I change. God loves us so that we can change."
What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? In this episode, Peter M from Boca Raton, Florida, shares his journey to sobriety at the Live at Pine Lake Speaker Meeting in Seattle. Peter's tale is a rollercoaster of emotion and revelation, peppered with humour and raw honesty. He talks about his early life in New York, battling alcoholism, and how he found himself living in an abandoned building.
With a mix of humility and wit, Peter recounts his first drink at 14 and the chaos that ensued. His story is one of falling to the depths of despair before being lifted by a spiritual awakening, finding hope in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous. Peter's narrative is not just about quitting alcohol but about transforming from within.
He speaks candidly about the power of AA's 12 steps and the importance of a spiritual connection, which he describes as a "oneness with God." He also touches on the significance of having a sponsor and the role of service in maintaining sobriety. Through his journey, Peter emphasises that recovery is not just about abstaining from alcohol but becoming a better person, free from fear and self-centeredness.
His anecdotes are both entertaining and enlightening, such as his humorous recounting of wearing white linen on a trail or his candid confessions about stealing for a drink. This episode offers listeners a glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of addiction recovery, providing hope and inspiration to those on a similar path. So, what can we learn from those who have battled addiction? Perhaps it's that change is possible, one step at a time.