4th Dimension
4th Dimensioners
Steven C's Story
Steven C's Story
Steven C's Story
Monday 5th June 2023
Join Steven C on the '4th Dimensioners Podcast' as he shares his inspiring journey from doubt and heavy drinking to finding hope and sobriety through AA.
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81 minutes
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Sobriety Day by Day
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Steven's early skepticism of Catholicism and his journey towards spirituality
- His struggles with heavy drinking and initial reluctance to commit to AA
- The pivotal role of AA meetings in his recovery and newfound sense of calmness
- His resilience in facing familial challenges and legal issues
- Integration of spirituality and optimism for the future
You don't know how many times I have to minimize the text messages from Mark in the bottom. Can't hear you, dude. You need my sponsor to be tight, be tight man yeah i do the same to you too i'm like hey you know you know but but you know yeah and it but it the the lesson just is so transcendent to life you know and yeah yeah totally totally like things go wrong yeah you know things don't go your way let's just say it let's not call even call it wrong things don't go the way you conceive them the actor director in me yes i mean that happened at work today for me like everything everything Everything, everything was just going terribly wrong. And we were not prepared.
Ever wondered how a questioning mind can lead to a transformative journey of recovery? In this episode of the '4th Dimensioners Podcast', Steven C opens up about his path from skepticism to sobriety. Growing up, Steven's inquisitive nature led him to question the Catholic faith he was raised in, especially after witnessing hypocrisy among churchgoers. This early doubt pushed him to explore other religions, ultimately viewing them as human constructs.
Despite stepping away from organized religion, Steven still holds onto a sense of spirituality. Steven's story takes a turn when heavy drinking and wild partying begin to dominate his life. He started attending AA meetings but struggled to fully commit. The death of his mother marked a turning point, propelling him towards recovery content and therapy. This eventually led him back to AA, where he found the right fit in the Fourth Dimension meetings.
The practical steps and supportive environment resonated with him deeply. A significant part of Steven's recovery journey involves his sponsor and the magic that happens in AA meetings. He talks about how these meetings have been a cornerstone in maintaining his sobriety, especially after the first year. Jessica also shares her experience transitioning to online meetings, highlighting the challenges and benefits of this new format. Steven's tale is one of resilience and growth.
Despite familial challenges and legal issues, he remains hopeful about fostering unity among his siblings. His story is a testament to the transformative power of recovery and the importance of finding a supportive community.