AA Grapevine, Inc.
AA Grapevine, Inc.
Street Tough [Season 4, Episode 23]
Street Tough [Season 4, Episode 23]
Street Tough [Season 4, Episode 23]
Monday 5th June 2023
Join Lonnie as he shares his powerful journey from the streets to sobriety in AA Grapevine's Podcast. Hear about his daily commitment to recovery.
36 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Lonnie shares his journey from rock bottom to recovery, emphasizing the significance of sitting up front at meetings.
- The episode features a listener's request to hear Bill W.'s talk from the 1950 Convention, highlighting the historical significance of AA's traditions.
- Lonnie's active involvement in AA, including submitting his story to The Grapevine, reflects his dedication to the program and his desire to contribute positively to the recovery community.
Sit up front and identify in. Find the similarities in your story and the person that's speaking. Identify in every chance you get. And so I always say people die so I can sit up front. So I sit up front wherever I go. I heard it through the grapevine.
Lonnie from Washington, DC, shares his raw and inspiring journey in this episode of AA Grapevine's Podcast. Growing up on the streets and facing the harsh reality of hitting rock bottom on his own couch, Lonnie's story is a powerful testament to the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous. He recounts his cry for divine help and how it led him to a new life of sobriety.
Lonnie emphasizes the importance of sitting up front at AA meetings, where he can fully engage with the speakers and find connections to his own experiences. His active participation in AA, including contributing his story to The Grapevine, showcases his dedication to the recovery community and his commitment to staying sober every day.
The episode also features a special request from a listener to hear excerpts from Bill W.'s talk at the 1950 Convention, offering a glimpse into the historical roots of AA's traditions. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Lonnie's story is sure to resonate and inspire.