Gerry
Gerry
Ryan M
Ryan M
Ryan M
Thursday 26th June 2025
Ryan M shares his inspiring journey from addiction to sobriety, highlighting crucial moments and the power of community support.
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44 minutes
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challenging
reflective
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Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Ryan M's sobriety date is October 16, 2015.
- The importance of community in recovery.
- Understanding mental obsession and physical cravings.
- The role of spiritual values in overcoming addiction.
- Experience, strength, and hope shared through personal stories.
For the first time in my life, I didn't go back to who I was before I drank.
In this engaging episode of 'I'm Sober Today', host Gerry welcomes a distinguished guest, Ryan M, who shares his profound journey to sobriety. Ryan's story begins with his sobriety date, October 16, 2015, marking a crucial turning point in his life. Reflecting on his past, Ryan describes life as a spectator sport, where he felt as if he were watching a movie or trapped in a Twilight Zone episode.
This disconnection led to a mental obsession and a physical craving that spiraled out of control. Ryan recounts the stark reality of detoxing while sitting in a blue plastic chair in a holding cell during the 2000 Olympics. His narrative highlights the critical understanding that he must avoid any mind-altering substances to prevent compulsive consumption. This realization was a game-changer, allowing Ryan to finally escape his past self and start anew.
He shares the emotional rollercoaster of anger, fear, shame, and doubt, emphasizing how these feelings were pivotal in his transformation. Ryan's journey is a testament to the power of spiritual values and the importance of knowing right from wrong. Despite knowing better, he admits to moments in his early childhood that set the stage for a loss of spiritual values. The episode underscores the importance of community support, with Gerry expressing gratitude for Ryan's growth and presence in the fellowship.
Ryan's story is not just one of personal triumph but also a beacon of hope for others in similar situations. As the episode concludes, both Gerry and Ryan invite listeners to share their experiences and participate in the podcast community, fostering an environment of shared experience, strength, and hope. The episode closes with the serenity prayer, encapsulating the essence of acceptance and courage in the face of life's challenges.
Ryan's story is a powerful reminder of the miracles that can happen when one chooses to stay on the path of sobriety.