Chris W
Chris W
SOBER TALK SA- Ian. L
SOBER TALK SA- Ian. L
SOBER TALK SA- Ian. L
Tuesday 21st October 2025
Ian shares his raw journey through alcoholism and recovery, highlighting the transformative power of AA.
29 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Healing
Authentic
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Alcohol initially provided confidence but led to a cycle of blackouts.
- Moving to the countryside was pivotal in meeting an AA member.
- AA meetings helped Ian find a new way of living.
- The 12-step programme facilitated personal growth and healing.
- Ian's life transformed with newfound peace and happiness.
"I might have looked all right on the outside, but inside my head, I was the guy on the park bench."
Get ready to be moved by Ian's heartfelt journey on Sober Talk SA. Ian, a member of Alcoholics Anonymous South Australia, shares his raw and honest story of battling alcoholism from a young age. He paints a vivid picture of his struggles with identity and belonging, feeling like a chameleon trying to fit in with different groups.
Ian's candid recounting of how alcohol initially seemed like a 'magic potion' that gave him confidence, but quickly turned into a cycle of blackouts and regret, is both gripping and relatable. Ian opens up about the impact of his addiction on his personal life, including multiple marriages and the strain on his family relationships.
His story takes a hopeful turn when he moves to the countryside and befriends a staunch member of AA, which becomes a pivotal moment in his recovery journey. Ian's decision to embrace the AA meetings transforms his life, allowing him to build genuine relationships with his children and discover a new way of living.
Listeners will find Ian's reflections on the 12-step programme enlightening, as he discusses how it helped him confront his selfishness and dishonesty, ultimately leading to personal growth and healing. Ian's gratitude for the man who introduced him to AA and the profound changes in his life serve as a testament to the power of support and community. Ian's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding peace, simplicity, and happiness in sobriety.
His journey reminds us that recovery is possible and that life can indeed be beautiful beyond our wildest dreams. Are you ready to be inspired by Ian's transformation?