Keep Coming Back Podcast

David’s first drink was at 14 and a treatment center at 15. He struggled while sober in the rooms which led to relapses and suicidal thoughts. But it was this history that gave David the ability to recognize and support suffering sober AA members. David works his program every single day—it’s a commitment to himself and others.  Mentioned in the share: Tom B. Emotional Sobriety talk Sobriety Date...

Marlys found sobriety at 25, and despite a relapse, she returned to and fell in love with Alcoholics Anonymous. Since getting sober in 2018, she has endured the loss of her son yet stayed strong in her recovery. She is a testament to the power of the fellowship. Sobriety Date : 5/6/2018   Quotes “I accepted the fact that I am an alcoholic and this is the road I’m going to travel . . . and it worke...

Drinking and driving and taking a life at 18 years old, James had a long road to forgive himself, but he made his way there. James's gentle and honest recounting of his experience transforms into a touching story, offering profound insights and wisdom. Sobriety Date : 9/25/2018 Quotes “I don’t have to be right today; I just have to be sober and loving and forgiving.” “That’s where you’re bloc...

Without ever having a driver’s license, Garet gathered 168 traffic tickets. He was in the revolving door of prison and had no idea how to stop using and drinking. In this story of recovery, you’ll hear about the game changing hug that gave Garet just enough hope to do the necessary work.   Sobriety Date : 3/17/2013 Quotes “I get to be in that one place that I never was—and that was this moment.” ...

In this funny and heartfelt tale, Fernando shares the horrors of addiction and the joys of sobriety. He very much disliked everything about AA when he arrived, but he stuck around and over 30 years later, he lives a life beyond his wildest dreams. Sobriety Date : 8/21/1991 Quotes “King Alcohol found me, picked me up and took me away.” “I don’t know what my higher power is, but I know it when I fee...

Sara found sobriety at the age of 25, and notates her first addiction as reading. The escape she found in books she replaced at 11 yrs old with alcohol, and then drugs. With complete transparency, Sara shares the endless possibilities sobriety brings and the many lessons she continues to learn.  Sobriety Date : 3/15/2016 Quotes “The possibilities are truly endless to what can happen in this life a...

Sober at 26, Michael has been in the program for almost 30 years. During this time he has maintained a strong program, never without a sponsor, and still attends 5 meetings a week – because it fills his soul and permits the beauty in his life. Sobriety Date : 5/14/1995 Quotes “Once I’d start drinking, I literally had no control over the amount I took afterwards.”  “I needed a new way of living.” “...

Ben's anxiety and depression stemmed from many challenges, including attending 13 different elementary schools. After a 30-year drinking career, he's now approaching his 2-year sobriety birthday. Ben has traded his drinking for healthy soul-feeding people, like his wife, children and friends. Sobriety Date : 2/14/2023 Quotes “Alcohol had its grip on me from the very, very, very beginning...

Ron spent nine years in and out of the program, struggling with alcohol. After four DUIs and trading his three-year sobriety chip for a bottle, he hit rock bottom with a 90-day county jail stint. Faced with the choice of getting sober or succumbing to alcoholism, he decided to do the AA deal all the way. Quotes “I’ve learned how to become the person that I’d like to be and just strive to get bette...

38 years sober and Gena still does all the things she did when she came into the rooms. In this story, she recounts her journey of finding grace, humility and gratitude through the 12 steps. While Gena tried various 12-step groups, it was in Alcoholics Anonymous where she found her people and her recovery.  Sobriety Date: 1/3/1987 Quotes “I’ll never be able to repay Alcoholics Anonymous, and the p...

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 d...

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 gettin...

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 bette...

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 t...

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...

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 Quotes “I wanted to drink and use for a long time in sobriety, and I got some relief and then I kept moving through...

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...

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. For Alyssa's AA Morning Snippets mentioned in the Q&A visit:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1769725 Sobriety Date: 6/...

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 miserabl...

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...

After decades of suffering, Tate finally embraced AA, asking his mom to take him to his first meeting. Through attending multiple meetings a day, Tate found hope, healing, and support in the rooms. His journey exemplifies the power of the steps, fellowship, and simply doing the next right thing. Sobriety Date: 10/18/2016 Quotes “I could-not not-drink—I didn’t know what was wrong with me.” “I was s...

A moment of clarity during a drunken episode made Paul realize he might die alone if he didn't change. Through AA, he has developed a selfless life, focusing on others and finding joy in helping countless suffering alcoholics. Sobriety Date: 6/13/2018 Quotes “Alcohol had me by the balls.” “This program works perfectly, it just doesn’t work your way, and it doesn’t work your way by design.” “A...

After 4 years of trying, Alecia just celebrated her first year of sobriety! She used alcohol to escape or enhance all emotions, which eventually caused havoc on her life. Alecia’s journey highlights the power of vulnerability, determination and grace. She is also the lovely co-host of Taste of Recovery Podcast. Sobriety Date: 7/24/2023 Quotes “I feel incredible now that I’m sober.” “I didn’t want...

Born in the 1950s to an unwed mother and subjected to severe abuse by his stepfather, Chris faced unimaginable challenges from the beginning. Despite these hardships, he found his way to the rooms of recovery, where Chris gained clarity and purpose, embracing the 12-step life with intention. Sobriety Date: 9/15/2015 Quotes “Willingness is key for me in every aspect of recovery.” “In AA, that’s wha...

Stephanie, 1st generation Cuban-American, was a drug addict and alcoholic that found a home in the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous. She has lived on the dark side of addiction and keeps herself in the light and love of recovery with faith, service and the steps. Sobriety Date: 7/4/2019 Quotes “I wanted to share my story because I don’t want it to be for nothing . . . our darkest secrets are our bigg...