Howard L.
Howard L.
Joseph L. – Sober 2 Years
Joseph L. – Sober 2 Years
Joseph L. – Sober 2 Years
Wednesday 7th June 2023
Joseph L. finds sobriety on Zoom during the pandemic. Listen to his inspiring journey of recovery and the pivotal role of his AA sponsor.
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Episode Overview
- Joseph's journey from strict upbringing to alcohol reliance and successful career overshadowed by alcoholism
- The pivotal role of Wes, a 30-year sober AA member, in saving Joseph's life and becoming his sponsor
- Joseph's experience of embracing the AA program entirely on Zoom during the Covid Pandemic
- Insight into Joseph's path to finding contentment and humility in sobriety
- The transformative power of embracing sobriety and finding inner peace in Alcoholics Anonymous
I don't need to struggle with the God thing. I need to stop trying to struggle with the God thing and just, you know, just listen.
Ever wondered how someone can turn their life around using just a laptop and an internet connection? Meet Joseph L., whose story of finding sobriety entirely on Zoom during the Covid pandemic is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode of 'AA Recovery Interviews', hosted by Howard L., Joseph opens up about his journey from a strict upbringing, where he followed all the rules but lost himself in the process, to a successful corporate career marred by constant drinking.
Alcohol became his best friend and his worst enemy, leading him down a path of hopelessness and daily suicidal thoughts. But just when things seemed darkest, a call for help connected him with Wes, a 30-year sober AA member who became his sponsor and guiding light. Joseph embraced the AA program with fervor, finding contentment and humility in sobriety.
His story is a testament to the power of community and the transformative impact of the AA program, even when accessed virtually. This episode is a must-listen for anyone in their early years of recovery or those supporting someone on their journey.