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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Nalani shares a moving recovery story, emphasizing the importance of staying in the solution. By diligently working her AA program, she has found serenity and peace. Nalani’s story brings hope and inspiration to anyone on their recovery journey.

Sobriety Date: 8/6/2018

Quotes
“Every time I tried to control my drinking I wasn’t having fun, and every time I didn’t try to control it, terrible awful things happened.”

“If I want to stay sober, I need to keep doing the things that got me sober in the first place.”

Referred by: Website contact
 

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Dave silently struggled with the need to control what other people thought of him and a deep need to be liked. After an ultimatum, Dave found his way to the rooms and today is completely comfortable in his skin – no matter what anyone thinks of him.

Sobriety Date: Middle of August in 2008

Quotes
“I couldn’t drink enough to cover the shame.”

“Everyone in the world quits drinking at some point, just some people get to do it before they die."

Referred by: Glenn (Episode #28) 

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Alexia endured a painful childhood, seeking escape from a very young age. By 11, drinking had become her mission, and by 17, she was a daily drinker. At 21, she found sobriety. Through her heartfelt storytelling, Alexia brings hope and inspiration to others.

Sobriety Date: 12/24/2021

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“I wanted to drink and use for a long time in sobriety, and I got some relief and then I kept moving through the steps and more relief, and then I felt like a person among people.”

“AA was like this compassionate parent - this unconditionally loving parent."

Referred by: Bert W. (Episode #228) 

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Kurt took his first drink at 9 and found sobriety by 23. In his story, Kurt emphasizes the profound impact AA has had on his life, offering hope and tools for redemption. His authenticity and wisdom shine through as he shares the transformative power of the AA program.

Sobriety Date: 9/10/1987

Quotes
“I needed hope and that’s exactly what people in AA gave me, they gave me hope.”

“The tools that I’ve been given in Alcoholics Anonymous—they work, if I use them.”

“You don’t ever have to take another drink again.”

Referred by: Tate H. (Episode #234) 

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Overpowered by alcohol and drugs, Bonnie once stood at the brink of prison. Through her authenticity and storytelling, Bonnie brings pure hope to this share. Others loved on her and provided a safe place until she healed enough to help others – and that is her priority today.
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Sobriety Date: 6/10/2008

Quotes
“I was shown patience, love and tolerance when I didn’t have any.”

“This pain is universal and the solution is the same, and it’s very, very simple; it’s not easy, but it’s simple, it’s 12 steps.”

Referred by: Shawn (Episode #69) 

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John Henry came into the rooms after 4.5 years of not drinking; he was suicidal and desperate. No longer miserable, today John Henry has peace in his life and the desire to serve in his heart—he is truly free.

Sobriety Date: 6/17/2023

Quotes
“I know what my problem is now; I have this thing, it’s called alcoholism and there’s a solution.”

“The gift that I got from the program of not being miserable anymore is what matters most.” 

“Give this thing a shot, what do you have to lose?”

Referred by: Bert W. (Episode #228) 

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Sara O. was also Episode #35—our first repeat speaker at KeepComingBack.net! Sara's share beautifully showcases the incredible growth experienced by members of Alcoholics Anonymous that are doing the deal.

Sobriety Date: 5/26/2014

Quotes
“I really was struggling—I was trying to control AND enjoy.”

“Don’t give up on finding your tribe.”

Referred by: Sara O. is also Episode #35 and was referred by Maureen (Episode #7) 

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