Stephanie, raised in an agnostic liberal home with Jewish parents, struggled with anxiety and anger. Eventually there was no barrier between her and a drink. Through the steps of AA, Stephanie discovered a spiritual life, and her dedication to recovery has brought her peace and purpose.

Sobriety Date: 6/19/2022

Quotes
“If I drank, I would over-drink.”

“I didn’t know that I could be spiritual; I didn’t want to come into these meetings and become religious.”

Referred by: Sean J. (Episode #199)

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Gabby discovered 12-step programs in her teens, but it took years to achieve and maintain sobriety. Two years ago, fearing death, she returned to AA and committed to the program. Today, Gabby enjoys a life filled with more joy than she thought possible.

Sobriety Date: 12/30/2022

Quotes
“I’m a very grateful and satisfied customer of Alcoholics Anonymous.”

“If you keep falling down, just keep getting up.”

Referred by: Bert W. (Episode #228)

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Sean came into the rooms suicidal and desperate. In an attempt to stop drinking for 30 days, he found lasting sobriety and hasn't had a drink since. Despite drifting from the program after moving, Sean never drank and eventually returned. Today, he treats his alcoholism with the tools offered within the 12 steps.

Sobriety Date: 10/28/1989

Quotes
“That was the main thing, was that I felt better when I left the meeting than when I went into the meeting.”

“Keep going to meetings until you want to go to meetings.”

Referred by: Dave M. (Episode #240)

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