Matt C.'s Journey: From Bottles to Big Books
Episode Overview
Matt C. shares his journey from alcohol addiction to recovery. Highlights the importance of AA meetings and twelve steps. Discusses the role of sponsorship and service work in sobriety. Emphasises finding a higher power for lasting recovery. Uses humour to recount personal stories and insights.
"If you've ever had to prove to somebody that you're not alcoholic, you're probably alcoholic."
Ever wondered what it takes to turn your life around and embrace sobriety? In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Matt C. shares his raw and honest journey through the ups and downs of alcoholism and recovery. Matt's candid storytelling is both humorous and heartfelt, as he recounts his Irish heritage, family struggles with alcohol, and his own battle with addiction.
With a mix of personal anecdotes and practical advice, Matt offers listeners a glimpse into the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the twelve steps. From his first drink in high school to finding solace in AA meetings, Matt's story is a testament to resilience and the strength found in community support. He highlights the importance of service work, the role of sponsorship, and the significance of a higher power in maintaining sobriety.
Through humorous tales of drinking from a glass to avoid being 'that guy' with a bottle, to his son's innocent view of him as a coffee drinker rather than an alcoholic, Matt's journey is both relatable and inspiring. Whether you're on your own path to recovery or supporting someone who is, Matt's story is a reminder that change is possible, and sobriety can be a source of joy and connection.
So grab a cuppa, sit back, and let Matt's story remind you that it's never too late to find hope and healing.