Mary, who calls herself a “drunk mom,” grew up in a military household, moving so often she never felt rooted. Even in sobriety, she battled suicidal thoughts—but with the right support, she found her way through. Today, Mary meets life with courage and clarity. She is truly, completely free.

Sobriety Date: 4/10/2009

Quotes
“Alcoholics Anonymous changed my life—my oldest said: Mom, you’re not even the same person.”

“There’s so much love in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous.”

Referred by: Tara V. (Episode #54)

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Jeff didn’t start drinking until college—but he quickly made up for lost time. In this calm share, Jeff reflects on the journey that brought him to today: two years sober, grounded in a strong program that he approaches with the commitment of a newcomer. That mindset, he says, is what allows him to experience the promises in full.

Sobriety Date: 8/9/2023

Quotes
“My life has become so much more manageable because I understand that I don’t have to control everything, because I can’t.”

“It’s not that my life is easy, but I just feel so much more relaxed that I know things are going to work out because I trust in a higher power."

“Parttime employees don’t get fulltime benefits, if you want the full benefits of this program and to see the promises come true, you have to work at it fulltime.”

Referred by: Sara A. (Episode #211)

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Sober at only 17 yrs. in the 1980’s, Mark brings deep wisdom from the earlier days of Alcoholics Anonymous, with sponsorship lineage close to Dr. Bob. Mark has wisdom and an incredible memory, which turns this story of a miracle into a testament to the power of the program and the steps.

Sobriety Date: 6/4/1986

Quotes
“I need to always keep an open mind and the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous has repeatedly helped me keep my mind open.”

“I clearly understand that I eat fruit from a tree I didn’t plant and I drink water from a well I didn’t dig.”

Referred by: Steve W. (Episode #275)

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