Howard L.
Howard L.
Dale C. – Sober 13 Years
Dale C. – Sober 13 Years
Dale C. – Sober 13 Years
Wednesday 13th April 2022
Discover Dale C.'s inspiring journey from trauma to 13 years sober, emphasizing service work, sponsorship, and gratitude in AA.
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Get the buttons here!Dale C.'s Path to 13 Years Sober: From Trauma to Triumph
I think if you don't talk to your sponsor a lot, then it makes it more difficult to pick up the phone and say: you know I'm really scared about this or I'm really angry about this.
Dale C.'s journey to sobriety is a tale of resilience and transformation. Thirteen years ago, Dale began attending a men’s meeting, one of Howard L.'s home groups. What started as a simple act of making coffee for the group turned into a pivotal moment in his life. Dale's story is deeply moving, rooted in the adolescent trauma of discovering his father's body after a tragic suicide.
This harrowing experience fueled his drinking for years, leading him down a path of self-destruction despite his outward success in law school and his career. Interestingly, it was his wife’s battle with alcoholism and her eventual recovery through AA that planted the seeds of change for Dale. Although she found sobriety 22 years before he did, her journey had a profound impact on him.
Dale's decision to join AA and his commitment to service work within the group marked the beginning of his healing process. In this episode, Dale opens up about the challenges he faced, from dealing with health issues to the emotional rollercoaster of recovery. He emphasizes the crucial role of sponsorship in AA, sharing how his sponsor helped him navigate the ups and downs of sobriety.
Dale's story highlights the importance of giving back, showing how service work not only aids others but also enriches one's own recovery journey. Through his candid reflections, Dale reveals the power of gratitude and community in maintaining long-term sobriety. His narrative is a testament to the transformative power of AA and serves as an inspiring beacon for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting a loved one on their path to recovery.