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Howard L.
Matt M. – Sober 5 Years
Matt M. – Sober 5 Years
Matt M. – Sober 5 Years
Monday 29th March 2021
Matt M. discusses his journey from facing prison to achieving five years of sobriety through AA in 'AA Recovery Interviews'.
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Get the buttons here!Matt M. on Choosing Sobriety Over Prison: A Millennial's AA Journey
It wasn't until I got into AA that I had the spiritual awakening that I had been needing my whole life.
Imagine facing a choice between prison and sobriety. For Matt M., this was a stark reality. At just 31, Matt had already seen the dark side of alcohol. A court-mandated breathalyzer and the looming threat of jail time were supposed to keep him sober, but it was the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) that truly changed his life. In this gripping episode of 'AA Recovery Interviews', host Howard L. sits down with Matt to uncover his five-year journey of sobriety.
Matt opens up about his early days of drinking alone, feeling like a victim, and his initial resistance to AA's spiritually-anchored program. His story is a testament to the power of AA's steps, fellowship, and service work. Listeners will hear how Matt's commitment to the program, despite life's many distractions, led him to not only stay sober but also help others by becoming a sponsor.
This episode is particularly poignant as it highlights AA's reach across generations, proving that its principles are timeless and effective for anyone willing to embrace them. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Matt's story offers hope and practical insights into the transformative power of AA.