Howard L.
Howard L.
Dan D. – Sober 35 Years
Dan D. – Sober 35 Years
Dan D. – Sober 35 Years
Wednesday 25th August 2021
Dan D. shares his 35-year journey to sobriety in this AA Recovery Interviews episode, highlighting the power of community and sponsorship.
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Get the buttons here!Dan D.: From Chaos to 35 Years of Sobriety
My hope for you is that you come all the way in, you sit all the way down, you lean into us, be willing to work these steps by the warranty, cause life's going to [happen].
Imagine stepping into the world of Alcoholics Anonymous at just 18 years old. That's exactly what Dan D. did, and in this episode of 'AA Recovery Interviews', he shares his incredible journey of 35 years of sobriety. Growing up in a chaotic household with divorced parents and a stepfather who struggled with alcoholism, Dan's childhood was far from easy. By his teenage years, he turned to alcohol and drugs to numb the pain, eventually spiraling into addiction and crime.
Stealing from his employer and even robbing his parents' home, Dan's life seemed destined for disaster. But at 18, faced with an ultimatum from his parents, he chose treatment over the streets. After 90 days in rehab and diving deep into the AA program, guided by a dedicated sponsor and supportive community, Dan found a new path. He embraced service-oriented sobriety, which not only helped him stay sober but also gave him a sense of purpose.
His story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of AA. Tune in to hear Dan's candid reflections on overcoming addiction, dealing with multiple sclerosis, and the importance of sponsorship and community in his recovery journey.