Michael Q
Michael Q
Ralph S. What does success mean to you? Part 1.
Ralph S. What does success mean to you? Part 1.
Ralph S. What does success mean to you? Part 1.
Thursday 5th February 2026
Join Ralph S. as he shares his 41-year sobriety journey, exploring success, spirituality, and family in this engaging episode.
44 minutes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Sobriety is about having a spiritual awakening.
- Honesty with oneself is crucial in recovery.
- Family and upbringing play a significant role in sobriety.
- Community support is vital for maintaining sobriety.
- Success can be redefined beyond professional achievements.
The one and only result of working the 12 steps is to have a spiritual awakening, which enables me to stay stopped.
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this engaging episode of Sober Shares, Ralph S. shares his incredible journey of over 41 years of sobriety and the life lessons he's learned along the way. Ralph, a seasoned member of Alcoholics Anonymous, reflects on his spiritual awakening and the profound impact of the 12 steps in maintaining his sobriety.
Listeners will find themselves captivated by Ralph's stories of family, his relationship with his father, and the wisdom imparted by his grandparents, which have been crucial in his recovery journey. Ralph opens up about his early life in a Jewish family in Philadelphia and the pivotal role his upbringing played in shaping his understanding of success and spirituality. He candidly discusses the struggles he faced with alcoholism, even after becoming a successful anesthesiologist.
Ralph's story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about finding meaning and purpose in life beyond professional achievements. Throughout the episode, Ralph emphasises the importance of honesty, both with oneself and others, as a cornerstone of recovery. His experiences highlight the necessity of community support and the power of sharing one's journey with others who understand the challenges of addiction.
Ralph's journey is a testament to the transformative power of sobriety and the strength found in vulnerability and openness. His story will resonate with anyone seeking hope and inspiration on their own path to recovery. So, what does success mean to you? Join Ralph as he explores this question and more in this thought-provoking episode.