AA Grapevine, Inc.
AA Grapevine, Inc.
Never Had a Legal Drink [Season 6, Episode 24]
Never Had a Legal Drink [Season 6, Episode 24]
Never Had a Legal Drink [Season 6, Episode 24]
Monday 10th June 2024
Scotty G discusses getting sober before legal drinking age, hitting rock bottom, and finding hope through AA's 12-Step program.
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Episode Overview
- Scotty G. shares his journey of hitting rock bottom while sober and finding solace in AA's 12-Step program
- Exploration of the significance of chips, medallions, and sobriety milestones within AA
- Insightful discussions on emotional turmoil, spiritual growth, and connecting with a higher power
- The importance of working with a sponsor and following the 12-Step program for maintaining sobriety
- Heartfelt and humorous anecdotes from Scotty G.'s experiences in the AA recovery journey
I was just starting to do AA for real this time. And he told me he's like, you're in a safe place... This is like a safe spot for me to be in. I don't need to go anywhere. I don't need to not be here. So that helped me a lot.
Imagine getting sober before you're even old enough to legally drink. That's Scotty G's story, and he shares it with Don and Sam in this episode of AA Grapevine's Podcast. Scotty opens up about hitting rock bottom while still dry and how the 12-Step program of Alcoholics Anonymous became his lifeline. He talks about the emotional rollercoaster he experienced and the spiritual growth that followed as he worked through the steps.
The conversation also touches on the importance of having a sponsor and connecting with a higher power to stay on the path of sobriety. Scotty's anecdotes are a mix of heartfelt moments and humor, making his journey relatable and inspiring for anyone facing similar struggles. They also dive into an interesting 'Ask it Basket' question about the significance of chips and medallions in AA, shedding light on these sobriety milestones and their evolution over time.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about the process, Scotty's story offers valuable insights and a sense of hope.