Steve Bennet-Martin
Steve Bennet-Martin
Finding My Way Back to God ft. Steve
Finding My Way Back to God ft. Steve
Finding My Way Back to God ft. Steve
Sunday 17th March 2024
Join Steve Martin-Bennet as he shares his raw and emotional journey from addiction to sobriety and faith in this powerful episode.
Explicit
16 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Raw
Supportive
Hopeful
About this podcast
Author:
Steve Bennet-Martin
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Steve shares his personal story of growing up feeling 'othered'.
- Discusses the impact of being adopted and struggling with self-worth.
- Details his battle with alcohol and finding solace in temporary fixes.
- Explains how he embraced the 12-step programme for sobriety.
- Highlights the importance of rediscovering faith and building a supportive community.
I always felt like I missed the day of school where they taught you how to be a normal person.
Steve Martin-Bennet takes you on an emotional journey in this special episode of 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast'. Sharing his personal story told at his church's Storyteller Sunday, Steve opens up about his childhood in Erie, Pennsylvania, and the struggles he faced growing up feeling 'othered'. His candid reflections reveal how these experiences affected his self-worth and faith journey, ultimately leading to his battle with alcohol.
Through raw and heartfelt anecdotes, Steve discusses how he found solace in alcohol as a means of escape, only to realise it was a temporary fix that led to more significant issues. He also delves into his path to sobriety, embracing the 12-step programme and creating his podcast as a way to connect with others in the queer community. Steve's story is not just about overcoming addiction but about rediscovering faith and building a supportive community.
His journey from feeling isolated to finding a sense of belonging is both inspiring and relatable. If you've ever felt out of place or struggled with addiction, this episode offers hope and practical advice. Tune in to hear Steve's powerful message about resilience, faith, and the importance of community.