Pride Institute
Pride Institute
You are who you surround yourself with
You are who you surround yourself with
You are who you surround yourself with
Thursday 21st October 2021
Join John as he shares how finding a supportive LGBTQ+ community at Pride Institute helped him maintain sobriety since 2001.
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20 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
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Transformative
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Categories:
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Finding Strength in Community: John's Journey to Sobriety
So it was good for a while until it wasn't. You know, because of that, and so you know, I don't do two meetings a day like I did when I first got sober. You know, I still do all the things I need to do to take care of myself in recovery.
Ever wondered how much the people around you influence your journey to sobriety? In this episode of Proud Voices, co-hosts Kaylee Hoaby and Luke Miller sit down with John, a Pride Institute alum, to explore this very topic. John’s story begins with a rocky start, including a harrowing first experience with alcohol that landed him in the hospital. Growing up gay in a predominantly straight society added layers of stigma and challenge to his journey.
However, John's life took a turn for the better when he started attending the well-known Friday night AA meetings at Pride Institute. There, he found a network of like-minded individuals who shared both his LGBTQ+ identity and his commitment to sobriety. John opens up about how these connections have been crucial to his long-term recovery since 2001. He discusses the importance of having a supportive social outlet and how regular meetings have been a cornerstone of his sobriety.
The episode also touches on the unique challenges posed by the pandemic and the unexpected benefits of having a sober roommate. John's story is a testament to the power of community in overcoming addiction and finding lasting sobriety. Tune in for an insightful conversation that sheds light on the importance of surrounding yourself with supportive people, especially within the LGBTQ+ recovery community.