Arlina Allen
Arlina Allen
OC021 Dan - Sober 30 years, Losing a Sponsor, Moving in Sobriety
OC021 Dan - Sober 30 years, Losing a Sponsor, Moving in Sobriety
OC021 Dan - Sober 30 years, Losing a Sponsor, Moving in Sobriety
Tuesday 6th June 2017
Join Dan on 'The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast' as he shares his 30-year sobriety journey, highlighting community and coping with loss.
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Arlina Allen
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Dan's 30-Year Sobriety: Navigating Loss and Embracing Community
The cure is connection, and I feel like when we move to a different place, like all the pomp and circumstance may be different, but at the end of the day we find a way to connect at that heart level, don't you think?
Ever wondered what it takes to stay sober for three decades? In this episode of 'The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast', host Arlina Allen chats with Dan, who has been navigating the waters of sobriety for 30 years. Dan opens up about his journey, from battling addiction to finding solace in the support of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
He delves into the pivotal role that community and connection have played in his recovery, highlighting how crucial it is to lean on others when the going gets tough. One of the most poignant parts of Dan's story is his experience with losing a sponsor—a figure often seen as a lifeline in the AA community. Dan shares how he coped with this loss and continued his journey, emphasizing the importance of resilience and adaptability in recovery.
Moving homes while maintaining sobriety is another challenge Dan faced, and he offers insights into how he managed this significant life change without compromising his progress. He also touches on the dangers of developing a sense of self-importance in recovery, stressing the need for humility and being open to growth. Dan's reflections on judgment and isolation remind us that these feelings can be detrimental to those struggling with addiction.
He advocates for open discussions in safe spaces as a way to combat these negative emotions. Dan's story is a testament to the power of community and connection in recovery. His message that 'the cure is connection' serves as a powerful reminder that we are not alone on this journey.