Frankie L's Journey: Overcoming Fear and Selfishness
Episode Overview
Frankie shares his struggles with addiction and family issues. He talks about losing custody of his son to DCF. The importance of AA's 12 Steps in his recovery journey. Finding a sponsor who can guide you through the process. The role of honesty and confronting fears in recovery.
I'm selfish and self-centred, driven by a hundred forms of fear. I can't wish that away.
Frankie L from New Haven, CT, takes the mic in this episode of Sober Cast to share his journey through the lens of fear and selfishness. Frankie’s raw and honest recounting of his struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction is both eye-opening and relatable. He dives into his early life, detailing the challenges of being born to teenage parents and the impact of a family plagued by addiction.
Frankie's candid storytelling doesn't shy away from the gritty details, including the time he spent in a crack house and the heartbreaking moment when he lost custody of his son to DCF. But it's not all doom and gloom; Frankie’s journey is also one of resilience and hope. He speaks about the transformative power of AA's 12 Steps, how they helped him reclaim his life, and the importance of finding a sponsor who can guide you through the process.
Frankie’s story is a testament to the strength it takes to confront your fears and selfishness head-on and emerge on the other side with a renewed sense of purpose. If you’re looking for a story that’s both gut-wrenching and inspiring, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear how Frankie turned his life around and how you can find hope in your own journey.