Howard L.
Howard L.
Larry L. – Sober 11 Years
Larry L. – Sober 11 Years
Larry L. – Sober 11 Years
Wednesday 2nd February 2022
Larry L. shares his journey from decades of alcoholism to finding hope through AA at age 65 in this AA Recovery Interviews episode.
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Get the buttons here!Larry L.: Finding Light After Decades of Darkness
When I first came into the program, everything was dark and I looked forward to nothing.
Imagine spending your entire adult life in a haze of alcohol, only to find clarity and purpose at the age of 65. That’s Larry L.'s story, and it's one that’s both heartbreaking and uplifting. In this episode of 'AA Recovery Interviews', Larry opens up about his long battle with alcoholism and his eventual path to sobriety. A life-long bachelor and self-described loner, Larry's routine was a mix of long work hours and even longer nights at the bar.
Drinking until closing time was his norm, leaving him with little more than barroom acquaintances as his social circle. Over the years, the toll of alcohol became evident. Job losses and poor performance were frequent, but it wasn’t until a therapist pointed out the obvious that Larry realized alcohol was at the root of his problems. Encouraged to attend AA meetings, Larry faced the same fears and doubts many newcomers experience. His journey wasn’t quick or easy.
There were slow starts, moments of doubt, and plenty of apprehension. Yet, Larry persisted. He found a sponsor, committed to the 12 steps, and gradually built a supportive fellowship around him. Larry's story is a testament to the transformative power of AA and the importance of building meaningful relationships in sobriety. He shares candidly about how therapy played a role in his recovery and how he finally found hope and light in what once seemed like an endless darkness.
If you're looking for a story that embodies resilience and the human spirit's ability to overcome, this episode is a must-listen.