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Leon M. AA Male
Leon M. AA Male
Leon M. AA Male
Wednesday 2nd July 2025
Leon M. shares his unique journey from addiction to sobriety with humour and heart on Recovery Radio Network.
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9 minutes
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Honest
Engaging
Hopeful
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Episode Overview
- Sobriety can be achieved despite a challenging upbringing.
- Community support is crucial in recovery.
- Personal transformation often begins with simple questions.
- Humour can be a powerful tool in overcoming addiction.
- Embracing the twelve steps can lead to profound change.
"Do you want what you have?"
Leon M., a self-described 'strange alcoholic', shares his journey to sobriety with honesty and humour in this engaging episode of Recovery Radio Network. Leon, who identifies as someone with multiple addictions beyond alcohol, brings a refreshing perspective to the recovery narrative. With anecdotes from his suburban upbringing in Compton to his unexpected arrival at Alcoholics Anonymous, Leon paints a vivid picture of the transformative power of recovery.
His story is a testament to the unpredictability of addiction, showing that it doesn't discriminate based on background or upbringing. Leon recounts his initial scepticism towards AA meetings, where he was more intrigued by the perfume and jewellery of fellow attendees than their stories.
Yet, it was an elderly man's candid question that struck a chord: "Do you want what you have?" This moment sparked Leon's commitment to try the programme, leading him to embrace the twelve steps and discover a 'God of his own understanding'. Throughout the episode, Leon's gratitude shines through as he talks about the friends who supported him and the personal growth he's experienced over 15 years of sobriety.
He shares the humorous yet impactful moments that helped him navigate his early days in recovery, like contemplating buying an Uzi to deal with life's frustrations before finding solace in AA meetings. If you're curious about the unpredictable journey of sobriety and want to hear an authentic voice from the recovery community, Leon's story is both entertaining and inspiring. His unique blend of humour and honesty offers valuable lessons for anyone facing similar challenges.