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Keep Coming Back Podcast
Wayne S. shares his journey from early addiction to over 30 years of sobriety through AA, offering hope and practical advice for recovery.
48:01•27 Mar 2025
Wayne S.'s Journey from Addiction to Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Wayne began drinking at age eight and selling drugs at eleven.
- Spent 20 years on probation, parole, or incarcerated.
- Achieved over 30 years of sobriety with the help of AA.
- Emphasises the importance of fellowship and working the steps.
- Encourages staying busy and helping others in recovery.
“Alcoholics Anonymous is a beautiful way to live.”
In this episode of the Keep Coming Back Podcast, Wayne S. shares his compelling journey from a troubled childhood to over 30 years of sobriety. Growing up in an environment filled with drugs and alcohol, Wayne began drinking at just eight years old and started selling drugs by the age of eleven. His early life was marked by frequent encounters with the law, leading to 20 years spent on probation, parole, or behind bars.
Despite these challenges, Wayne's story is one of hope and redemption. Through the support of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), he found a path to peace and sobriety, which he has maintained since December 7, 1992. Wayne's candid reflections on his past and the transformative power of AA provide valuable insights for anyone struggling with addiction. He emphasises the importance of the AA fellowship and working the steps, noting that the combination creates an unbreakable bond.
Wayne's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the possibility of recovery, no matter how difficult the circumstances. His message is clear: get to work, stay busy, and help others along the way. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on the road to sobriety.

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