George J. – Sober 39 YearsGeorge J. – Sober 39 Years
AA Recovery Interviews
Ever heard anyone say, “Getting arrested was the best thing that ever happened to me”? As crazy as that sounds to normal people, if you’ve been around AA long enough, you’ve heard it, usually expressed along with gratitude. I’ve heard my guest,
1:20:42•28 Feb 2021
George J.: From Federal Arrest to 39 Years of Sobriety
“I think it's the best thing I could ever recommend anybody is just the consistency of the balance of AA, even if you have other issues, to keep that balance between all the recovery programs, if that's what you need, sure.”
Imagine being grateful for getting arrested. Sounds odd, right? But for George J., that moment was the turning point of his life. In this episode of 'AA Recovery Interviews', host Howard L. sits down with George, who has been sober for nearly four decades. George opens up about his chaotic teenage years filled with addiction and how a federal drug arrest at 19 set him on a path to recovery through Alcoholics Anonymous.
His story isn't just about getting clean; it's about staying clean and finding purpose through service. George shares the ups and downs of his journey, highlighting how AA's principles and a balanced lifestyle have kept him grounded. He also talks about the challenges of working in the recovery field while maintaining his own sobriety. If you're looking for a tale of resilience and transformation, this episode is a must-listen.
George's dedication to AA and his inspiring career in helping others make this episode both heartwarming and motivating.
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