Riding Clean: Bikers' Stories of Triumph Over Addiction
You learn how to live with them and deal with them and live, in my case, clean and sober. You learn to live with them, you learn to deal with them, and I've dealt with all that, but they don't go away.
Picture a room full of leather-clad bikers, not talking about their latest rides, but sharing their raw, unfiltered stories of addiction and recovery. That's what you'll find in this gripping episode of 'Riding Through Recovery'. Hosted by Preacher, this panel discussion at the Salvation Army dives deep into the lives of the Messengers of Recovery, a clean and sober motorcycle club with chapters in Southern California and Arizona.
The bikers open up about their darkest days, what pushed them to seek help, and how they've transformed their lives through faith and community support. You'll hear about the vital role sponsorship and the 12-step program played in their journeys, offering a lifeline when they needed it most. One biker recounts his struggle to survive while living in a motel, scraping together enough for his next fix.
Another shares his battle with anger and violence, and how sobriety has helped him find healthier ways to cope. Despite the heavy topics, the underlying message is one of hope and resilience. These bikers prove that no matter how far you've fallen, there's always a way back up. This episode is perfect for anyone battling addiction or those who want to understand the power of community in recovery.
It's a testament to the strength found in brotherhood and the possibility of a brighter future. So, if you're looking for inspiration and a dose of real talk, tune in and let the Messengers of Recovery guide you on a journey of hope and healing.