Steve Bennet-Martin
Steve Bennet-Martin
You Are Not Alone ft. Dale W
You Are Not Alone ft. Dale W
You Are Not Alone ft. Dale W
Thursday 15th August 2024
Dale W. shares his powerful journey from meth addiction to sobriety, highlighting the importance of community and honesty in recovery.
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30 minutes
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Hopeful
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Steve Bennet-Martin
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Dale W. shares his journey from meth addiction to sobriety.
- The importance of community and honesty in recovery.
- Overcoming self-isolation through connection.
- Challenges faced by LGBT+ individuals in recovery.
- Fun and surprising sober activities.
Surprisingly, when you talk to other people, they may actually like you and you might actually like them.
In this heartwarming episode of 'gAy A: A Queer Sober Podcast', host Steve Martin-Bennet celebrates 1,172 days of sobriety and welcomes guest Dale W., who is 205 days back into his own sober journey. Dale opens up about his struggles with meth addiction, the isolation he faced, and the joy he found in building connections within the queer community. The conversation is candid and raw, touching on overcoming emotional hurdles, finding acceptance, and the critical role of honesty in sobriety.
Dale shares his experiences of self-isolation and how embracing community has transformed his recovery journey. He talks about the challenges of being a gay man in the South, his battle with addiction, and the life-changing moment when he decided to seek help. You'll hear about his time at the Salvation Army rehab programme, the importance of having a supportive sponsor, and the surprising fun he found in sober activities like a Rocky Horror Picture Show night.
The episode is filled with humour, heartfelt moments, and practical advice for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. By the end, you'll be inspired by Dale's resilience and the power of community in recovery. Don't miss this episode if you're looking for a story of hope, honesty, and transformation.