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  • vol 253. The Living Game with Marlys S.

vol 253. The Living Game with Marlys S.

Thursday 13th March 2025

Marlys S. shares her journey through addiction, loss, and recovery with the help of Alcoholics Anonymous.
50 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Compassionate
Supportive
Honest

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Keep Coming Back Podcast
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Tara
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Finding Strength in Sobriety: Marlys S.'s Journey

Episode Overview

  • Marlys found sobriety at 25 but relapsed before returning to AA.
  • She faced the devastating loss of her son but stayed strong in her recovery.
  • Marlys credits AA with saving her life and providing a supportive community.
  • She discusses the impact of family history on her addiction.
  • Her story highlights the importance of perseverance and seeking help.
"I accepted the fact that I am an alcoholic and this is the road I’m going to travel...and it worked."
In this episode of the Keep Coming Back Podcast, Marlys S. shares her powerful story of hope and resilience. Getting sober at 25, Marlys faced numerous challenges, including a relapse and the devastating loss of her son. Despite these hardships, she found solace and strength in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), which she credits with saving her life. Marlys's journey is a testament to the transformative power of the AA fellowship and the importance of community in recovery.
She candidly discusses her struggles with alcohol, the impact of her family history on her addiction, and how she ultimately embraced sobriety again in 2018. Her heartfelt reflections on grief, recovery, and the support she received from AA are both moving and inspiring. If you're looking for a story that highlights the power of perseverance and the importance of seeking help, this episode is a must-listen.