Sitting with Sean
Sitting with Sean
Sitting with Sean: Episode 14: Ralph Sara of Anchorage, Alaska
Sitting with Sean: Episode 14: Ralph Sara of Anchorage, Alaska
Sitting with Sean: Episode 14: Ralph Sara of Anchorage, Alaska
Saturday 6th August 2022
Ralph Sara reveals his journey from addiction to sobriety, discussing generational trauma, support groups, and how music and podcasting aid his recovery.
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83 minutes
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Recovery from Trauma
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Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Ralph Sara's Path to Sobriety: Healing Through Music and Community
They're the most courageous people in the world, man, because how many people can come on here and they know it's going out to the world because there's no, you know us or whatever.
Picture the icy landscapes of Alaska and meet Ralph Sara, a man who has walked a tough road to sobriety. In this episode of 'Sitting with Sean', Ralph, the voice behind The Anonymous Eskimo Recovery Podcast, opens up about his life’s rollercoaster. From battling alcohol addiction to becoming a beacon of hope in his community, Ralph’s story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring.
He dives into the generational trauma that has haunted his family and the indigenous community, shedding light on how these deep-seated issues led him to alcohol. His journey wasn’t without its bumps—multiple encounters with the law and the crushing weight of shame and guilt could have derailed him. But Ralph found his turning point. With the help of support groups and a robust recovery program, he turned his life around.
Today, he’s over two years sober, a sober musician who can play in bars without feeling the pull of old habits. Ralph also shares the powerful role music plays in his life, particularly through his band, the Glacier Blues Band, which works tirelessly to raise awareness about suicide prevention. And let’s not forget podcasting—Ralph talks about how sharing his story has been a cornerstone of his recovery.
This episode isn’t just about one man’s battle; it’s a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of community and creativity.