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Gary C: A guy that did a 19 year dry drunk!
Gary C: A guy that did a 19 year dry drunk!
Gary C: A guy that did a 19 year dry drunk!
Wednesday 16th November 2022
Gary C shares his journey from 'dry drunk' to true sobriety on Sober Cast AA podcast, highlighting the transformative power of AA.
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Get the buttons here!Gary C: Breaking Free from the 'Dry Drunk' Trap
The disease is called alcoholism, and the ism part of the disease kicked my butt for years after I had stopped all the alcohol.
Ever wondered what it means to be a 'dry drunk'? Gary C's story sheds light on this often misunderstood state of sobriety, where one abstains from alcohol but still struggles with the same negative behaviors and mindset. Speaking at the 15th Golden Empire Roundup in Bakersfield, California, back in May 1988, Gary shares his raw and honest journey through years of being 'dry' without truly being free.
Gary opens up about his tough childhood, marked by physical and emotional abuse, and how these early experiences shaped his struggles with alcoholism. He found himself stuck in a cycle of sobriety that lacked true emotional and spiritual healing. It wasn't until he discovered Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) that things began to change. Through AA meetings and the support of his sponsor, Gary learned to turn his life over to a higher power, a pivotal step in his recovery.
One of the most compelling parts of Gary's story is his emphasis on the third step in AA: making a decision to turn one's will and life over to the care of God as understood by the individual. This step, along with the unwavering support from his sponsor, helped Gary move beyond just being sober to truly embracing a life of recovery.
His journey is a powerful reminder that alcoholism affects not just the individual but their entire family and relationships. Gary's candid sharing offers hope and encouragement to anyone feeling trapped in their own 'dry drunk' state. His story underscores the importance of community support and the transformative power of AA. Tune in to hear Gary's inspiring journey and discover how he finally found peace and true sobriety.