AA Podcast
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Multiple Speakers: YPAA - We Hit Bottom Too
Multiple Speakers: YPAA - We Hit Bottom Too
Multiple Speakers: YPAA - We Hit Bottom Too
Tuesday 24th March 2026
Explore young people's journeys to sobriety as they share their stories of hitting rock bottom and rising again.
67 minutes
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Recovery with AA
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Empowering Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Hitting bottom is a personal experience unique to each individual.
- Service work plays a crucial role in maintaining sobriety.
- Community support is vital for recovery, especially for young people.
- Sponsorship helps guide individuals through their recovery journey.
- Recovery involves embracing honesty and self-reflection.
"There's no true definition of what a bottom is. It leaves it broad and roomy, so it can include all of us."
What are the common struggles and victories in addiction recovery? This episode of Sober Cast takes you into the heartfelt journeys of young people who have hit rock bottom and found their way back. Recorded at the 2015 ICAA Young People in A.A. meeting, the episode features multiple speakers sharing their personal stories of reaching their lowest points and how they turned their lives around.
Jessica Ian, one of the speakers, candidly recounts her early struggles with alcoholism, her numerous run-ins with the law, and her eventual path to sobriety. She emphasises that hitting bottom is a personal experience without a one-size-fits-all definition. Her tale is one of resilience, where she learns to find self-respect through the AA programme and service work. Radu B.
from Texas shares his journey from Romania to sobriety at a young age, highlighting the power of community and the importance of service work in maintaining sobriety. Stella B., another speaker, talks about her early sobriety and the doubts she faced about belonging in AA due to her young age. Through humour and honesty, these speakers reveal the transformative power of hitting bottom and rising again.
Their stories remind us that recovery is a personal journey filled with unique challenges and triumphs. If you're seeking inspiration or reassurance that you're not alone in your struggles, this episode is a must-listen.