Empowring Productions, Inc.
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A Fifth A Day
A Fifth A Day
A Fifth A Day
Friday 6th September 2019
Join Jerry on Steppin' Out Radio as he shares his raw journey from heavy drinking to sobriety and the power of support in recovery.
18 minutes
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Jerry's Struggle: From Denial to Redemption
The best life I've ever had is since I've been sober.
Ever wondered how someone can go from drinking a fifth of alcohol a day to living a sober, fulfilling life? Jerry's story on Steppin' Out Radio takes you through that exact journey. Raised in a strict Midwestern family with no alcohol in sight, Jerry found himself irresistibly drawn to drinking the moment he came of age. He didn't just sip; he drank to get drunk. Experimenting with marijuana, LSD, and other drugs didn't hold his attention like alcohol did.
Before he knew it, he was drinking every night, convinced he had it under control. But as his professional life crumbled and legal troubles mounted, it became clear that his drinking was anything but manageable. Marriage and fatherhood didn't slow him down; if anything, his drinking escalated. Blackouts became common, and job opportunities vanished. Jerry lived in a world of denial and excuses, dragging his family along with him into an unreal existence.
His wake-up call came when he hit rock bottom and ended up in the hospital. Even then, he tried to cheat recovery by drinking non-alcoholic beer, which only led him back to his old habits. The turning point came when Jerry found a good sponsor who guided him through the steps. He expected instant emotional rewards but learned that real change takes time. Today, Jerry talks to other alcoholics daily, has a sponsor, and sponsors others.
He says his life has never been better since getting sober. This episode is a raw and real reminder that recovery is possible but requires hard work and support. Jerry's journey from denial to redemption offers hope and encouragement for anyone struggling with addiction.