Bill S. Age. 61 Sober since: 11/19/95Bill S. Age. 61 Sober since: 11/19/95
Keep Coming Back: Real Stories of Sobriety & Recovery
Comedy writer and comedian Bill S. reflects on 24 years of sobriety in today's interview. We touch on growing up in a large Jewish family, his late-wife and the influence her sobriety had on him, and Bill provides some nostalgic tales from early...
42:52•20 Nov 2019
Bill S: From Comedy to Sobriety – A Journey of 24 Years
“My experience is one of two things: either you don't have a sponsor, or you have a sponsor and you don't call the sponsor, or you haven't done your fourth step, because that, the fourth step, is the end of victimization.”
Ever wondered how a comedian stays funny while battling addiction? Bill S., a comedy writer and comedian, opens up about his 24-year journey of sobriety in this heartfelt episode of 'Keep Coming Back: Real Stories of Sobriety and Recovery'. Growing up in a bustling Jewish family, Bill faced his fair share of challenges. But it was his late wife's sobriety that truly influenced his path to recovery. Bill's tales from his early days in recovery are both nostalgic and insightful.
He talks about the importance of sponsorship and how doing the fourth step helped him move past victimization. The camaraderie and shorthand in recovery rooms played a crucial role in his journey, providing a sense of connection that he finds invaluable. This episode is not just about Bill's past but also about the lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, Bill's story offers hope, inspiration, and a few laughs.
Tune in to hear how he navigated his way through the ups and downs of sobriety, and how he's managed to keep his sense of humor intact.
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