Melissa S. Age. 69 Sober since: 11/7/90Melissa S. Age. 69 Sober since: 11/7/90
Keep Coming Back: Real Stories of Sobriety & Recovery
Melissa S is a trans woman, sober nearly thirty years, and transitioned three decades ago. We spoke about being a trans woman in recovery, what her bottom looked like, and her appreciation of sobriety a recovery.
42:42•13 Feb 2020
Melissa's Story: Sobriety, Identity, and Finding Peace
“The idea of actually caring about other people is new.”
Imagine facing addiction while also navigating the complexities of being a transgender woman. In this episode of 'Keep Coming Back', host Mike S. sits down with Melissa S., who has been sober for nearly thirty years. Melissa's journey is not just about overcoming addiction but also about embracing her identity in a world that often struggles to understand it. She opens up about hitting rock bottom and how she managed to pull herself back up.
One of the most moving parts of her story is her experience with the fourth and fifth steps in AA, which helped her find a sense of peace she never thought possible. Through sobriety, Melissa discovered the importance of caring for others, a lesson that has profoundly changed her life. Her candid reflections offer hope and inspiration to anyone grappling with addiction or identity issues.
Tune in to hear Melissa's powerful story and find out how she turned her life around.
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