Myers R.'s Journey: From Rock Bottom to Recovery
Episode Overview
Myers R. shares his journey as a third-generation alcoholic. Highlights the importance of fully engaging with AA's 12 steps. Emphasises the role of spiritual connection in recovery. Discusses transformative experiences at the Salvation Army. Urges for a return to core AA principles and structured meetings.
I thought that I would be able to maintain forever and it didn't work that way.
In this episode of 'Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers', Myers R. from Rochester, NY shares his journey with alcohol addiction and recovery, bringing both humour and heartfelt moments to the stage. Myers opens up about his life as a third-generation alcoholic, his struggles with sobriety, and the pivotal moments that led him to a path of recovery.
His candid storytelling is filled with personal anecdotes, from humorous observations about New York farmland to the raw reality of hitting rock bottom in a pizza joint brawl witnessed by his young daughter. Myers doesn't shy away from discussing the difficulties of maintaining sobriety, especially when he wasn't fully engaged with the AA programme. He emphasises the importance of the 12 steps and a spiritual connection, rather than just attending meetings.
His experiences at the Salvation Army, where he found unexpected support and camaraderie, highlight the transformative power of service and fellowship in recovery. Myers also touches on the challenges within AA itself, urging for a return to the core principles laid out in the Big Book. This episode is a rollercoaster of emotions, blending humour, honesty, and profound reflections on what it truly means to recover from alcoholism.
If you're looking for an inspiring and relatable story that underscores the importance of community and spiritual growth in sobriety, this one's for you.