Reggie's Journey: From Relapse to Redemption
Episode Overview
Reggie shares his story of relapse and recovery. The importance of staying connected to the AA programme. How personal tragedy can impact sobriety. The role of community and support in maintaining sobriety. Listener feedback adds real-life reflections from the AA community.
Don't quit before the miracle happens
In this episode of the AA Grapevine Podcast, Reggie shares his powerful journey through sobriety, relapse, and redemption. Reggie opens up about his initial success in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), how he got too busy and let his programme slip, leading to a devastating 16-year relapse after a personal tragedy. His story takes a turn for the better as he recommits to the programme and has now been sober for seven years.
Reggie's heartfelt narrative is filled with raw emotion, detailing the struggles of losing his daughter and the subsequent downward spiral, but also the hope and strength he found in returning to AA. Alongside hosts Sam and Olis, Reggie dives into the importance of staying connected to the AA community and how maintaining a solid foundation in the programme can be life-saving.
The episode also features a discussion on some intriguing #heardinameeting posts and a call-in from Cary on the Listener Feedback Phone, adding layers of real-life experiences and reflections from the AA community. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, Reggie's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of AA. Tune in for an inspiring and candid conversation that underscores the importance of never giving up on the path to sobriety.