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vol 267. Seeking the Sigh with Michael G.
vol 267. Seeking the Sigh with Michael G.
vol 267. Seeking the Sigh with Michael G.
Thursday 19th June 2025
Join Michael G. as he shares his recovery journey through AA, finding peace, gratitude, and the sigh he once sought in a drink. Sobriety Date: 1/28/2024.
61 minutes
hopeful
reflective
informative
grateful
motivational
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Episode Overview
- Alcoholism is treated as a disease within AA.
- Spiritual experiences are key to maintaining sobriety.
- Michael G.'s journey highlights the importance of community.
- Addiction impacts personal relationships deeply.
- Consistent effort in AA leads to peace and gratitude.
"Alcohol is not a solution, it was at a point in time, but now today, Alcoholics Anonymous is my solution and it’s outlined in the first 164 pages of the Big Book."
In this episode of the podcast, Michael G. discusses his journey through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and how he has found peace and gratitude in sobriety. Michael shares his personal story, beginning with his struggles with alcoholism and how it led him to seek recovery through the AA program. He emphasizes that alcoholism is a disease and that AA offers one solution to managing this disease.
Michael's sobriety date is January 28th, 2024, and he talks about the importance of having a sponsor and being actively involved in his home group, Seal Beach Speakers. He reflects on his past experiences with alcohol, noting that he began drinking at a young age and how it affected his life and relationships. Throughout the episode, Michael highlights the significance of spiritual experiences in achieving and maintaining sobriety.
He describes how sitting alone in meditation brought him a sense of peace and comfort that he had been searching for in alcohol. He stresses the importance of the AA community and staying connected with others who are in recovery. Michael also discusses the challenges he faced, such as dealing with the death of his older brother and his own health issues, including being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
These events were pivotal in his decision to fully commit to the AA program. He shares a poignant moment when he felt a 'godshot' experience, realizing that AA provided him with a sense of belonging and understanding. Michael encourages listeners to seek help and support, emphasizing that AA is a free resource that can save lives. Overall, Michael G.'s story is one of transformation, highlighting the power of community, spiritual growth, and the daily commitment to sobriety.
His journey serves as a hopeful reminder that recovery is possible and that peace and gratitude can be found on the path of sobriety.