The Boiled Owl
The Boiled Owl
Owl 025 Pierce
Owl 025 Pierce
Owl 025 Pierce
Thursday 1st March 2018
Hear Pierce's inspiring journey from blackout drinking to sobriety on this episode of the Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Pierce's Path: From Blackouts to Bright Beginnings
I think we need a roving microphone for these trips, but they're not flattering. I look back on that person, and the other thing that's really interesting about it is that person who I was if I were to meet me now on the street corner and talk to him, I wouldn't have liked the person I am now at all.
Imagine feeling like drinking was just part of the norm, only to realize it was leading you down a dark path. That’s Pierce’s story. A blackout drinker since high school, Pierce was surrounded by others who drank heavily, making his own habits seem almost ordinary. But when his wife got sober, he faced a turning point. While she embraced sobriety, Pierce continued to drink outside the home, avoiding the reality that he needed help too.
His journey took a pivotal turn during a spiritual experience where he felt an unexpected connection with a higher power. This moment nudged him towards change, leading him to a beginner's meeting where he met Richard G. There, Pierce found the willingness to work the steps and transform his life. Throughout this episode of the Boiled Owl AA Recovery Podcast, Pierce chats with hosts Don and Sam about the highs and lows of his journey.
He highlights the crucial role of honesty in the fourth step and warns against the dangers of becoming complacent in sobriety. Overcoming his fear of speaking up in meetings and embracing the fellowship offered by AA, Pierce discovered that continuous learning and growth are key to staying sober. His story is a testament to the power of taking that first step towards recovery, no matter how daunting it may seem.
Tune in to hear Pierce’s full story and find inspiration in his journey from blackout drinker to a life filled with hope and renewal.