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Tara
Tara / Doug
vol 152. Sobriety Date 4/14/2021 (Doug)
vol 152. Sobriety Date 4/14/2021 (Doug)
Thursday 6th April 2023
Hear Doug's inspiring journey from teenage addiction to sobriety on Keep Coming Back Podcast. Discover his path to recovery with AA's support.
70 minutes
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Hopeful
Empowering
Informative
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About this podcast
Author:
Tara
Overview:
We bring the AA Speaker to the microphone and record their story of hope and recovery, creating “Speaker Tapes” for this generation. Website: KeepComingBack.net
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Doug's Battle with Addiction: From Teen Struggles to Sobriety
I couldn't stop and I couldn't stand the person I had become. Liquor ceased to be a luxury and became a necessity.
Doug's story is a raw and honest look at the life of someone who faced addiction head-on from a young age. Introduced to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) as a teenager, Doug identifies himself as a 'low bottom drunk' who has experienced the miracle of recovery multiple times. This time, he's determined to hold on for dear life. In this episode of the 'Keep Coming Back Podcast', Doug opens up about his tumultuous journey through addiction and alcoholism.
He candidly discusses the internal battles he fought, saying, 'I couldn’t stop and I couldn’t stand the person I had become'. For Doug, alcohol ceased to be a luxury and became a necessity, driving him deeper into the abyss of addiction. But his story doesn’t end there. With the support of AA and a fierce commitment to change, Doug managed to turn his life around.
He shares the pivotal moments that led to his recovery, the lessons he learned along the way, and the ongoing challenges he faces in maintaining sobriety. This episode is a testament to Doug's resilience and the transformative power of community support found in AA. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, Doug's story offers a powerful reminder that recovery is possible and that hope is always within reach.