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Brian D. Depth and Weight Speaker Meeting Buffalo, NY 12/8/2023
Brian D. Depth and Weight Speaker Meeting Buffalo, NY 12/8/2023
Brian D. Depth and Weight Speaker Meeting Buffalo, NY 12/8/2023
Tuesday 11th June 2024
Brian D. shares his transformative journey from alcoholism to sobriety through the 12-step programme in this heartfelt and motivational talk.
53 minutes
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Honest
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Episode Overview
- The importance of spiritual growth in overcoming addiction.
- How maintaining a relationship with a higher power can aid in recovery.
- The role of community and support networks in staying sober.
- The process of making amends and its impact on personal healing.
- Brian D.'s personal anecdotes highlighting his journey and lessons learned.
"Follow the dictates of a higher power, and you will presently live in a new and wonderful world, no matter what your present circumstances".
Brian D. takes the stage in Buffalo, NY, to share his inspiring journey from alcoholism to sobriety. With a sobriety date of June 27, 1984, Brian reflects on his life-changing experiences through the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). He recounts his early struggles with alcohol, rapid progression into addiction, and the transformative power of finding a higher power to guide his recovery.
Brian's storytelling is both raw and humorous, capturing the essence of his journey with anecdotes about his college days, his near-fatal fall, and the supportive community he found in AA. Brian emphasises the importance of spiritual growth and maintaining a relationship with a higher power to overcome alcoholism. He discusses the challenges of staying sober, including the need for continuous self-reflection and the support of a sponsor.
His candidness about his fears, character defects, and the steps he took to address them offers a relatable and hopeful message for anyone struggling with addiction. Listeners will be moved by Brian's account of making amends with his father and the impact it had on his own healing process. He also shares the touching story of helping his son find sobriety, highlighting the ripple effect of recovery within families.
Brian's message is clear: sobriety is not just about abstaining from alcohol but about living a fulfilling and connected life. If you're looking for a heartfelt and motivational talk that underscores the power of community and spiritual growth in recovery, this episode is a must-listen. Brian D.'s journey is a testament to the life-changing potential of AA and the 12-step programme.