Larry C shares the story of how decades of alcohol and drug addiction shaped his life and how he eventually found his way into long-term recovery. Growing up in a home affected by alcoholism and violence, Larry was introduced to drinking and drugs at a young age.

What began as teenage partying gradually evolved into years of substance abuse, unhealthy relationships, and repeated attempts to escape the consequences through geographic moves and self-imposed rules about what he would and wouldn’t use.

After years of meth addiction, broken family ties, and living out of his truck, Larry reached a point where he could no longer stand the life he was living. A moment of honesty, a desperate prayer for help, and a willingness to follow the suggestions of others in recovery marked the beginning of a new path.

Now celebrating 16 years clean, Larry reflects on the lessons he’s learned, the role of the 12-step community in rebuilding his life, and the transformation that comes from surrender, honesty, and consistent action in recovery.