Craig S. – Sober 4 Years
From AA Recovery Interviews with Howard L. by Howard L.
March 11, 2026 · Episode 185
About this episode
Craig S. shares his journey to sobriety at the age of 63 and the transformative power of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Craig came to AA later in life, getting sober at 63. For years he appeared to manage his drinking while building a highly successful business and providing a rich lifestyle for his family. But alcoholism is patient—and progressive. As control slipped and cocaine entered the picture, the consequences grew harder to ignore. Anxiety mounted. Relationships suffered. The very abilities that built his success began to erode. In a courageous moment of clarity, Craig walked into an AA meeting and asked for help. He found a strong sponsor, committed himself to the work, and has built nearly five years of solid sobriety. Today, you’ll find him calling other men, working with newcomers, and living the principles that once saved his own life. This is a compelling story of late-in-life surrender, willingness, and transformation. Settle in, listen closely—and let hope do its quiet work. I’m honored to introduce my friend and AA brother, Craig S. If you’ve found meaning, hope, or inspiration through my AA Recovery Interviews podcast, I invite you to go even deeper with a truly essential resource for recovery:“Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How More Than One Hundred Men Have Recovered From…
People in this episode
Host: Howard L.
Guest: Craig S.
Topics covered
- alcoholism
- recovery
- sobriety
- personal transformation
- AA meetings
Keywords
- sober
- AA
- recovery story
- alcoholism
- personal growth
- sponsorship
- mental health
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Alcoholics Anonymous
Books & works: Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How More Than One Hundred Men Have Recovered From Alcoholism
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