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Allan McDougall Steppin' Out Radio - Allan McDougal, Breaking Through
Allan McDougall Steppin' Out Radio - Allan McDougal, Breaking Through
Allan McDougall Steppin' Out Radio - Allan McDougal, Breaking Through
Saturday 19th October 2019
Hear Allan McDougall's journey from the depths of alcoholism to a fulfilling life of sobriety on Steppin' Out Radio.
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Ever wondered what it feels like to be on the brink of losing everything to alcohol? Allan McDougall knows this all too well. In this gripping episode of Steppin' Out Radio, Allan, an author and public speaker, opens up about his harrowing journey from the depths of alcoholism to a fulfilling life of sobriety. Growing up in the 1950s and 60s, Allan was surrounded by a culture that celebrated drinking.
It wasn't long before he found himself deeply entrenched in alcohol abuse, a habit that followed him into adulthood and wreaked havoc on his personal and professional life. Imagine waking up in ditches after nights of heavy drinking or feeling the crushing weight of guilt and shame. Allan's life was a cycle of self-destruction until he hit rock bottom and realized he needed help. Thanks to a union-provided employee assistance program, Allan took his first steps towards recovery.
The road to sobriety was anything but easy. Detoxing was physically and emotionally taxing, and the guilt of his past actions weighed heavily on him. However, Allan found solace and strength in Alcoholics Anonymous, where he connected with others who understood his struggles. His memoir, Breaking Through: Discovering the Riches Within, is a testament to his resilience and the power of community support.
Now, as head of the United Steelworkers Union’s Emergency Response Team, Allan dedicates his life to helping others in crisis. His story is a beacon of hope for anyone battling addiction, showing that it's possible to turn your life around, no matter how far you've fallen. Tune in to hear Allan's powerful narrative and find inspiration in his journey from darkness to light.