Titus's Journey: Finding Sobriety Before Legal Drinking Age
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Imagine navigating the challenges of youth while battling an addiction. Titus did just that, finding sobriety before he could even legally drink. In this episode of the 'Keep Coming Back Podcast', Titus shares his deeply personal journey from feeling out of place among his peers to discovering alcohol as a dangerous comfort. His story is one of resilience and transformation, offering a raw look at the struggles and triumphs of maintaining sobriety at a young age.
Titus opens up about losing his mother at 16, which drove him deeper into alcoholism, and how a Drug Diversion Program, live-in treatment, and detox center helped him find a new path. He candidly discusses the emotional intensity he felt and how it made escaping through alcohol seem almost necessary. But sobriety wasn't an instant fix. Eight years into being sober, he still felt like he was 'dying of alcoholism'.
It was only through active participation in AA, working the steps, and developing a relationship with a higher power that Titus found true comfort in his own skin. His story underscores the importance of a supportive community, whether through AA meetings or sober friends, and the crucial role of sponsorship in recovery. Titus's journey is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction, especially young people who feel isolated and misunderstood.
Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and what he's learned from 26 years of sobriety.