Tom L. Age 50 Sober 8/3/17Tom L. Age 50 Sober 8/3/17
Keep Coming Back: Real Stories of Sobriety & Recovery
"I was drinking around the clock" " If you had my life you'd drink too" Tom and I start at the end and work our way back. From his first meeting until the moment it finally clicked, we talk about what finally lead to the end of 30+ years of drinking.
41:52•8 Oct 2019
Tom L.: From Childhood Sips to a Sober Life
“It doesn't need to be that way and you don't ever need to drink again.”
Imagine starting your drinking journey with a few sips of your dad's beers, only to find yourself drinking around the clock decades later. That's Tom L.'s story. In this episode of 'Keep Coming Back', host Mike S. sits down with Tom, who opens up about his tumultuous relationship with alcohol that spanned over 30 years. Tom shares candidly about the early days of sneaking drinks, the spiral into constant drinking, and the moment he realized he needed help.
The conversation doesn't shy away from the raw details—Tom talks about his first meeting and the pivotal moments that led him to finally embrace sobriety. He discusses the steps he took in the recovery program, the importance of making amends, and how he learned to handle loss and grief without turning to substances. Tom's journey is a powerful reminder that change is possible, no matter how deep one might be in addiction.
His story highlights the transformative power of sobriety and the crucial role of support in recovery. As Tom puts it, 'It doesn't need to be that way and you don't ever need to drink again'. Tune in to hear his inspiring tale and find hope in his words.
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