Mad Dog Recovery
Mad Dog Recovery
Ryan M. Austin City Wide- Austin, TX 5/17/2025
Ryan M. Austin City Wide- Austin, TX 5/17/2025
Ryan M. Austin City Wide- Austin, TX 5/17/2025
Wednesday 18th June 2025
Join Ryan M. as he shares his inspiring journey of sobriety and the powerful impact of Alcoholics Anonymous on his life.
47 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Ryan M. shares his sobriety journey since 2006.
- The importance of community in Alcoholics Anonymous.
- Reflecting on personal growth and spiritual experiences.
- The role of support in overcoming addiction.
- The transformative power of AA meetings.
"What seemed at first a flimsy reed has proved to be the loving and powerful hand of God."
In this episode, Ryan M. shares an intimate account of his journey through sobriety, highlighting the profound impact that Alcoholics Anonymous has had on his life. Ryan, hailing from Rochester, New York, recounts his early struggles with alcohol and the feelings of being left out and disconnected from others. These emotions, he explains, were prevalent even before his first drink, but alcohol initially seemed to offer a false sense of belonging.
However, as he continued drinking, he realized it was a path leading to more significant problems. Ryan's sobriety date, November 13, 2006, marks a turning point where he embraced the support and guidance of the AA community. He passionately shares his love for the organization, its meetings, and the literature that has become a cornerstone in his recovery.
Through AA, Ryan emphasizes the importance of "playing the tape all the way through," remembering the consequences of past actions to prevent future relapses. Throughout the episode, Ryan reflects on the connection he has formed with others in the AA community, both in person and over Zoom. Traveling to Austin, Texas, allowed him to meet friends he had only known virtually, strengthening the bonds formed through shared experiences and mutual support.
Ryan also touches on the spiritual aspect of his journey, discussing how seemingly small gestures from fellow AA members, like offering gloves or a ride to a meeting, were manifestations of what he now sees as the "loving and powerful hand of God." These acts of kindness further solidified his belief in the transformative power of community and spirituality in recovery.
The episode is a testament to the resilience and hope found in the AA community, encouraging listeners to embrace the support available and to recognize the potential for change and growth in their own lives.