Tara
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vol 69. Sobriety Date 12/19/2002 (Shawn)
vol 69. Sobriety Date 12/19/2002 (Shawn)
vol 69. Sobriety Date 12/19/2002 (Shawn)
Thursday 2nd September 2021
Join Shawn on 'Keep Coming Back Podcast' as he shares his inspiring journey from addiction to nearly 19 years of sobriety, focusing on hope and spiritual growth.
57 minutes
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Tara
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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!Shawn's Path to Sobriety: Finding Light in the Darkness
Being not isolated, being in connection and in relationship, authentic relationship with other human beings, being able to talk about shame, being able to talk about fear and being able to also be of service to other people- is, you know, better than dope?
Growing up in a chaotic household with an alcoholic father, Shawn sought solace in substances from an early age. His journey spiraled downward as his peers moved on to brighter futures, while he found himself sinking deeper into addiction. By the time he hit 40, Shawn was at rock bottom, checking into a county rehab in utter desperation.
But this isn't just a story of hitting the lowest point; it's about the climb back up and the incredible transformation that followed. In this episode of 'Keep Coming Back Podcast', Shawn opens up about his tumultuous past and the road to recovery that has spanned nearly two decades. He shares how the death of his mother and brother pushed him to new spiritual heights, reshaping his outlook on life.
Shawn's raw honesty about his struggles and triumphs provides a beacon of hope for anyone battling addiction or trauma. Listeners will hear Shawn recount how the 12 Steps from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous brought profound changes to his life. He reflects on how his sponsor helped him uncover truths about himself that he couldn't see before. Shawn’s story is not just about getting physically sober; it's about the emotional and spiritual gifts he discovered along the way.
He emphasizes the importance of authentic relationships, community support, and being of service to others in maintaining his sobriety. For those who feel trapped by their circumstances or haunted by their past, Shawn's journey offers a powerful reminder that change is possible. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and found peace, purpose, and a renewed sense of self.