Milt L.'s Journey: From Desperation to Hope
Episode Overview
Milt L. shares his personal journey through alcoholism. Describes the fear and loneliness that accompanied his addiction. Highlights a pivotal moment at an AA convention that sparked his recovery. Discusses the transformative power of community and support found in AA. Reflects on the role of faith and spirituality in his recovery.
'If I could have stopped drinking on my own, I'd have never come to Alcoholics Anonymous.'
In this heartfelt episode of Recovery Radio Network, Milt L. shares his deeply personal journey through alcoholism and recovery. Milt opens up about the raw and often painful experiences that led him to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), describing the struggle of accepting his addiction and the fear of losing everything he held dear. His story is a vivid portrayal of the desperation and loneliness that accompany alcoholism, but also of the hope and community found within AA.
Milt recounts a pivotal moment at an AA convention in Huntington, West Virginia, where a speech ignited a 'warm glow' within him, sparking his path to sobriety. He speaks candidly about his initial resistance to AA and how his life was transformed by the support and faith he found there. Milt's reflections are both sobering and inspiring, offering a testament to the power of community and the possibility of change.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking understanding or support in their own recovery journey, or for those who wish to support a loved one struggling with addiction. Milt's story reminds us that even in our darkest moments, we are never truly alone.