Mari G. from Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada speaking at the Stateline Retreat in Primm, NV - December 12th 2019

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Reflecting on her sobriety since 1984, Mari emphasized the importance of the 12 Traditions as a guiding framework to maintain AA's unity, purpose, and spiritual foundation. Mari recounted her struggles and lessons, from addressing personal rebellion to embracing humility and service, while underscoring the necessity of singleness of purpose and the spiritual foundation of anonymity. Her passion for AA's history and its enduring principles illustrated her commitment to safeguarding the fellowship for future generations.

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Earl H. from Los Angeles, CA speaking as The Knights Retreat in Prescott, AZ - December 7th 2019

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Ashley J. from Boston, MA speaking at the New Horizons group in Bend, OR - August 12th 2021

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Ashley shares about her challenging upbringing in a multigenerational alcoholic family, marked by loneliness, trauma, and early exposure to alcoholism. Introduced to recovery through a caring neighbor, Ashley later found her way to Alcoholics Anonymous in 2006, where she embraced the 12 Steps and its principles. Through rigorous work on steps like surrender in Step 3, addressing rage in Step 6, and living the spiritual awakening of Step 12, Ashley transformed her life. Her commitment to service, compassion, and spiritual growth now guides her relationships, her recovery community, and her daily life

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Kevin O. speaking at Nexen Saturday Night meeting in Calgary, Alberta, Canada - December 3rd 2016

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Kevin's journey traces a path from early struggles with alcoholism, starting at age 12, to a transformative life of purpose through the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. Despite years of relapses, treatment centers, and emotional turmoil, he found recovery by fully surrendering to a higher power and embracing service to others. A gifted musician and deeply intelligent, Kevin's life changed when he immersed himself in the AA program, studying the Big Book and sponsoring others, which brought him connection, peace, and a renewed sense of purpose.

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Jeffrey B. from Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Canada speaking at the Northern Lights roundup in Prince George, BC, Canada - October 7th 2022

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Jeffrey B. shared his journey from a troubled childhood marked by feelings of isolation and early hospitalizations to the depths of alcoholism, including homelessness and profound despair after the loss of his father. Despite relapses and struggles, a transformative experience in treatment in 2003 led him to embrace the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. Through sponsorship, spiritual awakening, and service to others, Jeffrey found freedom from addiction and a renewed sense of purpose, living a life anchored in love, humility, and gratitude.

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Chris S. from Pottersville, NJ speaking about the chapter A vision for you at march through the steps in Wilmington, DE - March 4th 2022

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Keith L. At The 2000 Edisto Roundup

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From a childhood shaped by love and a speech impediment to a life of alcoholism that strained relationships and nearly cost him everything, Keith recounts pivotal moments like his daughter's premature birth, reconnecting with family, and finding faith. Through AA, he embraced humility, worked the steps, and found purpose in helping others. Today, Keith celebrates the joy of mended relationships, the miracle of recovery, and the power of fellowship to change lives, offering a hopeful message of redemption and service.

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Bob D. from Las Vegas, NV speaking at at a Big Book Study Weekend in Adelaide, Australia - August 18th-19th 2012

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Bob shares his journey in Alcoholics Anonymous, emphasizing the need for spiritual growth, humility, and effective sponsorship. He explained that chronic alcoholics suffer from a physical allergy to alcohol and a restless, discontented mind when sober, which drives them to drink again. Recovery requires a profound internal change—a spiritual awakening—beyond intellectual understanding. Bob highlighted that alcoholism stems from a deep yearning for connection, often mistaken for a need for external gratification. He stressed that lasting sobriety depends on surrender, spiritual principles, and consistent action in the AA program.

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