RISK! The Best of Self-Help Stories #3
Aug 14, 2025
Tommy Galan, a storyteller who overcame alcohol addiction, shares his moving journey to sobriety. He humorously reflects on the chaos of his drinking days and the pivotal moment when a mentor advised him to 'just commit' to a better path. Marc Amigone recounts his adventurous trip to Thailand for rock climbing, defying his parents' wishes. His story takes a dramatic turn during a climbing accident that nearly paralyzed him, leading to insights about healing and the importance of taking risks in life.
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Make A Clear, Unambiguous Decision
- When you decide to change a harmful habit, make an unequivocal decision and stick to it.
- Tommy credits the single action of fully committing for sustaining his sobriety.
Sober Life Produces Measurable Gains
- Tommy notices his life is significantly happier and more stable without heavy drinking.
- He frames sobriety as an experiment yielding better family and personal outcomes.
Podcasts Sparked A Life Pivot
- Marc Amigone felt trapped in a dull corporate job and used podcasts as an escape until a confrontation made him reassess his life.
- Meeting Christy at a dance class opened an opportunity to move to Thailand and change his path.