What Happens When a Popular International 12 Step-Step Speaker RelapsesWhat Happens When a Popular International 12 Step-Step Speaker Relapses
Recovery Coast to Coast
They are often called 'circuit speakers,' - they tell their 12-Step stories to thousands of people all around the world. Newcomers often hang on their every word. What happens when ego and pride sideswipe sobriety? RC2C host Neil Scott shares a...
31:30•23 Sept 2025
Ego, Pride, and Sobriety: Alicia Scott's Journey
Episode Overview
- Ego and pride can derail sobriety even for seasoned speakers.
- Rigorous honesty is crucial in overcoming addiction.
- Recovery involves continuous growth and spiritual development.
- Family dynamics are deeply affected by addiction.
- Celebrate Recovery offers a spiritual path to sobriety.
“"You don't realise God is all you need until he's all you have."”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Neil Scott brings you a riveting conversation with Alicia Scott, a once-renowned international 12-step speaker who faced the harsh reality of relapse. Alicia candidly shares her journey from the height of her speaking career to the depths of her addiction, exploring how ego and pride can derail sobriety. She recounts the devastating impact on her personal life, including losing custody of her son, and the arduous path back to recovery.
Her story is one of transformation, underscored by her commitment to rigorous honesty and spiritual growth. Alicia’s experience offers valuable lessons on staying 'right-sized' and maintaining humility in recovery. Her candidness about the struggle and triumph over addiction is both eye-opening and inspiring, leaving listeners with a sense of hope and resilience. This episode doesn't just highlight the challenges faced but celebrates the continuous journey of recovery, urging us all to reflect on our own paths.
As Alicia says, recovery is not just about staying sober; it's about growing and enhancing your life every day. So, what steps are you taking today to make your recovery better than yesterday?

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