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vol 281. How Big is AA with Mark D.
vol 281. How Big is AA with Mark D.
vol 281. How Big is AA with Mark D.
Thursday 25th September 2025
Mark D. shares his inspiring journey to sobriety at 17 and the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous.
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Episode Overview
- Embrace community support for successful recovery.
- Stay open-minded and use AA's Big Book as a guide.
- Learn from sponsors and AA history for personal growth.
- Develop a meaningful relationship with a higher power.
- Service to others can be a key part of recovery.
"I need to always keep an open mind and the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous has repeatedly helped me keep my mind open."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? Mark D. shares his journey of getting sober at the tender age of 17 in the 1980s, during a time when adolescent treatment centres were just gaining traction. With a rich history of sponsorship lineage close to Dr. Bob, one of the founders of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Mark brings an incredible depth of wisdom and memory to the table.
His story is a powerful testament to the transformative power of the AA program and its steps. Mark recounts his early days of drinking, feeling invincible and supported by loving parents who eventually staged an intervention. Faced with three ultimatums from his father, Mark chose the path of recovery, entering a treatment centre and later finding solace in the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous.
He describes the pivotal moments when he realised the extent of his addiction and how the program helped him reshape his life. Through his relationship with his sponsor, Dick McNett, Mark learned invaluable lessons about discipline, respect, and the history of AA. Dick's guidance helped Mark navigate the steps, and over time, Mark developed a deeper understanding of himself and his relationship with a higher power.
Mark's journey is filled with moments of clarity and self-discovery, as he learns to embrace humility, honesty, and service to others. His story is not just about overcoming addiction but about finding peace and purpose in life through AA's teachings. Mark's tale is an inspiring reminder that recovery is possible and that embracing the support of a community can lead to profound personal growth.
If you're seeking insights into recovery or looking for hope in your own journey, Mark's story is one you won't want to miss.