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  • vol 218. 6/11/2022 (Stephen M.)

vol 218. 6/11/2022 (Stephen M.)

Thursday 11th July 2024

Stephen M. shares his battle with alcoholism and how acceptance, service, and spirituality transformed his life. A must-listen for those on a recovery journey.
49 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Raw
Supportive

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Keep Coming Back Podcast
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Stephen M.'s Journey: From Despair to Hope

Episode Overview

  • Stephen M. shares his early struggles with discontentment and ego.
  • His first drink at 17 led to a series of blackout episodes.
  • He highlights the importance of open-mindedness in AA.
  • The fifth step was a turning point in his recovery.
  • Daily commitment and spiritual action are crucial for sobriety.
I had to go into this with a great deal of open-mindedness
Stephen M., at just 22 years old, shares a compelling journey of battling alcoholism and finding solace in acceptance, service, and spirituality. This episode of the Keep Coming Back Podcast dives into Stephen's early struggles with discontentment and ego, long before he took his first drink at 17. Raised in a non-drinking family, Stephen's life took a drastic turn when he discovered alcohol, leading to a series of blackout drinking episodes and a desperate search for peace.
His story is one of raw honesty and transformation, highlighting the depths of hopelessness and the fierce determination required to overcome it. Stephen candidly discusses his initial scepticism towards AA, the importance of open-mindedness, and the pivotal role of spiritual action in his recovery. He recounts his experience with the 12 steps, particularly the impact of the fifth step, where he felt like he was seeing the world anew.
Stephen's narrative is both relatable and inspiring, offering valuable insights for anyone struggling with addiction or seeking to understand the journey of recovery. His message is clear: sobriety requires daily commitment and a willingness to embrace change. Tune in to hear how Stephen's journey from despair to hope can resonate with your own path to recovery.