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Garrett D a former monk tells his story
Garrett D a former monk tells his story
Garrett D a former monk tells his story
Tuesday 16th May 2023
Listen to Garrett D's inspiring story on Sober Cast as he shares his journey from monkhood to sobriety through faith and AA.
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Get the buttons here!From Monkhood to Sobriety: Garrett D's Inspiring Journey
Episode Overview
- Garrett D shares his personal journey from living as a monk to battling alcoholism and finding hope through AA
- He candidly discusses the drinking culture within the religious order and the tragic consequences of alcohol
- Garrett emphasizes the profound impact of faith and the 12-step program on his recovery and sobriety
- He highlights the importance of finding faith, staying responsible, and embracing the fellowship of AA for life-changing transformation
- Listeners are encouraged to support Sober Cast by pledging a dollar a month to help the podcast remain self-supporting
Find a God. Find a faith. Find someone or something that will keep you in that realm of things. So that you can stay stopped. You don't have to live in fear. You can have a happy and fulfilled life. You can go out there and dream. And dreams can come true. And that's the power of those 12 steps.
Garrett D's life has been anything but ordinary. Hailing from Dublin, Ireland, he spent a decade as a monk before facing the harsh realities of alcoholism. In this episode, Garrett takes listeners on a riveting journey through his years in the religious order, where the drinking culture was surprisingly pervasive. His story is a raw and honest look at how he hit rock bottom and the steps he took to climb back up.
Garrett's account is not just about the struggle with alcohol; it's also about the profound role that faith and the 12-step program played in his recovery. He talks candidly about the tragic consequences of his drinking and how embracing the fellowship of AA transformed his life. This episode is a powerful reminder of the importance of finding faith, staying responsible, and leaning on support systems for a life-changing transformation.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in stories of resilience, Garrett's journey offers valuable insights and hope.