Sober Sunrise - AA Speaker Podcast The Disease of Perception - AA Speaker - Kent L. - Guntersville, AL-2008
Nov 7, 2025
Kent L. is a longtime AA member from Wetumpka, AL, who shares a profound journey of recovery from alcoholism rooted in his military past. He candidly discusses his descent into addiction, the loss of identity after discharge, and the pivotal moment of radical honesty with his wife. Kent highlights the power of service and commitment to the Twelve Steps, revealing how these principles helped him rebuild trust with his family, pursue higher education, and transform his life. His story is a testament to redemption and the impact of community support in recovery.
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Embarrassing Translation In Panama
- Kent told a Panama story where his six-week Spanish led to a hilarious mistranslation before 720 commandos.
- He mistakenly said he liked "Panamanian men," showing how small errors can explode publicly.
Disease Of Perception Explains Drift
- Kent calls his problem a "disease of perception" where he felt he didn't measure up despite normal family background.
- He realized alcoholism can arise without dramatic childhood trauma and from choices that accumulate over time.
Singapore Freedoms Fueled Drinking
- Kent described moving to Singapore where no drinking age and heavy partying accelerated his alcohol use.
- He went from casual drinking to a gallon of wine before noon within months after high school.