Topic: That we think is the root of our troubles - Yisreal C (44 Years)

Topic: That we think is the root of our troubles - Yisreal C (44 Years)

In this episode of Sober Cast, Yisreal C shares his remarkable journey of sobriety spanning 44 years. Recorded at the ABC Newcomers zoom meeting, Yisreal delves into the root of our troubles and the importance of a spiritual solution in overcoming alcoholism. He recounts his own story, from picking up his first drink at nine to finding solace in Alcoholics Anonymous at sixteen.

Yisreal’s transformation from a troubled teenager to an Orthodox Jew living in Jerusalem is both inspiring and thought-provoking. He emphasises that alcohol was not just a symptom but a solution for his deeper issues, highlighting the need for a spiritual experience to replace the void left by alcohol. Yisreal's candid storytelling and humour make this episode engaging and relatable. He also shares anecdotes about AA's founders, illustrating how one alcoholic relating to another can be profoundly transformative.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and guidance in their sobriety journey.