4th Dimensioners Podcast

Listen to stories of alcoholism and recovery brought to you by the 4th Dimensioners members who are trudging the road of happy destiny. It's experience, strength, and hope on demand.

Joe's Story 09/06/2024

Luke's Story 07/04/2024

Kristine's Story 06/21/2024

Slade's Story 06/07/2024

Rachel's Story 05/24/2024

4th Dimensioners. Podcast Holiday Special Pt 2 12/29/2023

4th Dimensioners. Podcast Holiday Special Pt 1 12/25/2023

Marty's Story 11/04/2023

Marty's Story In this episode of the 4th D Podcast, hosts Jessica M and Marc C sit down with guest Marty to discuss his journey through alcohol addiction to sobriety. The conversation delves into Marty's early experience with counseling, his heavy drinking during his teenage years, and the turning point when he decided to seek help and take his academic studies seriously. Marty emphasizes the importance of distancing himself from drinking peers and the need to confront the unmanageability of his life caused by his reliance on self-reliance. Marty shares his journey through Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and the support he found in the meetings and the "meeting after the meeting" where newcomers are welcomed and supported. He describes the impact of his wife, Joni, on his recovery and the understanding she showed compared to other family members. Marty discusses his involvement in AA, including treatment, counseling, and engaging in service work. He highlights the importance of regular meetings and staying connected to the recovery community. The hosts and Marty reflect on the differences between in-person and online meetings, with Marty sharing his positive experiences connecting with others in both settings. They discuss the importance of a diverse recovery community and expanding one's recovery horizons. Marty also touches on his relationship with his father and the need for communication and forgiveness. Throughout the episode, Marty emphasizes the importance of compliance, spirituality, and making amends. He shares personal experiences of miracles and the role of AA in changing perspectives and promoting healing. The hosts express their gratitude for Marty sharing his journey and provide their own reflections on their experiences with alcohol and recovery. This engaging and insightful episode provides listeners with a candid look into one man's journey through addiction, recovery, and the transformative power of the 4th Dimension - a space where personal growth and healing become possible. /episode/index/show/3f2a6051-3324-4fa3-98ff-75bbc4b1e899/id/28503818

The 4th Dimensioners Podcast First Anniversary Pt 3 09/29/2023

The 4th Dimensioners Podcast First Anniversary Pt 2 06/23/2023

The 4th Dimensioners Podcast First Anniversary Pt 2 The 4th D Podcast celebrates its one-year anniversary on AA's Founders' Day with a continuation of Episode 28. Hosts Jessica M. and Marc C. welcome guests Rob D., Marty, JP, Dennis, and Amy, who share their experience, strength, and hope on their journey to sobriety from alcoholism in the Fourth Dimensioners nightly meeting. Jessica reflects on her various attempts to achieve sobriety, from trying different approaches such as attending/not attending meetings, reading the AA book, going to treatment, and living in a sober house, to experimenting with different ways of drinking. She concludes that none of these approaches helped her stay sober, emphasizing that it is not what one does but how one does it. Rob D. from New York shares his experience of struggling to participate in recovery meetings in the beginning, but finding solace in the fellowship before and after meetings, where he started making connections with people. With the pandemic forcing meetings online, Rob adjusted to participating in Zoom rooms, understanding that not every meeting could work for him. He experimented with different meetings and found that smaller meetings allowed for more connection and participation. Marty shares his experience with meditation and the importance of mindfulness in recovery. He believes that mindfulness has helped him become more aware of his thoughts and emotions and stay in the present moment.JP talks about the role of music in his recovery journey, such as using music as a form of therapy and finding comfort and inspiration in song lyrics. Dennis shares his experience with working the steps and how they have helped him stay sober. He emphasizes the importance of honesty, open-mindedness, and willingness in personal interactions. Amy reflects on what she has learned in the past year and how the universe/God/Higher Power has shown up for her every time she needed help. Recently, she received a "nudge" from the universe to pick up another sponsorship commitment in AA, which has brought tremendous joy and change to her life. She believes that working the program of AA and staying willing and open-minded can bring about positive changes in one's life. The guests reflect on their experiences with the Fourth Dimensioners nightly meeting and how it has helped them stay sober during the pandemic. They express their gratitude for the support and fellowship they have found in the group and encourage others to attend meetings and stay connected with the program of AA. As the episode comes to a close, the guests emphasize the importance of patience, listening, and mirroring in personal growth and recovery. /episode/index/show/3f2a6051-3324-4fa3-98ff-75bbc4b1e899/id/27200649

The 4th Dimensioners Podcast First Anniversary Pt 1 06/10/2023

The 4th Dimensioners Podcast First Anniversary Pt 1 Welcome to the 4th D Podcast's first-anniversary special, where we celebrate our journey toward sobriety from alcoholism. This special episode is released on AA's Founder's Day, marking another year of commitment to sobriety, fellowship, and spiritual development. Jessica M and Marc C, welcome guests Lauren, Joseph R, Justine S, Anastasia, Ben, and Baba, who share their experiences, strength, and hope towards sobriety. The discussion initially centers around the power and challenges of alcoholism, sharing their personal journeys to sobriety, which were marked with ups and downs. Lauren talks about discovering the Alcoholics Anonymous program and shifting her focus from sitting in the problem to living in the solution. She shares how learning from the stories of other alcoholics and finding the solution has saved her from falling back into old habits. Joseph R speaks about the importance of the program's accountability and how it has helped him in his own journey towards sobriety. He emphasizes how the program has helped him become a better person, leading a life beyond his wildest dreams. Justine S shares her interpretation of balance between humility and self-awareness and how it has allowed her to overcome her slip-ups and mistakes. She emphasizes the value of proactively reaching out for support and creating a feedback loop to improve oneself continually. Anastasia emphasizes the importance of a supportive group of people who will cheer and hold you accountable, no matter what. She describes it as a community that walks with you, supporting and challenging you at every step of your journey. Ben shares his struggle with complacency and how it has tempted him to relapse. He warns against the dangers of slipping back into old habits and emphasizes the importance of accountability and being proactive towards step-work. Baba shares his journey towards self-realization and self-awareness. He highlights how the program has helped him gain perspective, overcome cognitive dissonance, and understand his own self and shortcomings. The guests also discuss the temptation to forget the seriousness of the disease during anniversaries and celebrations, and how it can lead to relapse. They share their individual experiences and how they conquered it, relying on the program's principles and fellowship. They wrap up the episode by highlighting their personal experiences, sharing anecdotes, and testimonials of how the program has enriched their lives. The episode is full of wisdom, positivity, and hope. It serves as a testament to the power of the AA program, fellowship, and spiritual development. Tune in to the 4th D Podcast's first anniversary special to hear more about these inspiring journeys of sobriety, strength, and commitment. Keep coming back! /episode/index/show/3f2a6051-3324-4fa3-98ff-75bbc4b1e899/id/27098535

Steven C's Story 06/05/2023

Steven C's Story Today's episode features Steven C, who shares his inspiring journey of recovery from alcoholism. Steven talks about his questioning and inquisitive nature from a young age and how he began to doubt Catholicism after observing hypocrisy in churchgoers. Discovering other religions led him to question the correctness of Catholicism and view religions as human constructs. Despite dismissing organized religion, Steven still considers himself spiritual. Steven then shares his struggles with heavy drinking and partying, which led him to attend AA meetings but not fully commit to the program initially. However, after the death of his mother and years of struggling to quit drinking, Steven turned to recovery content and therapy, eventually leading him back to AA. Steven talks about how he initially struggled with finding the right meeting but eventually found the Fourth Dimension meeting and resonated with the practical and intriguing nature of the steps and the magic that happens in the meetings. His sponsor also played a significant role in his recovery, and Marc C. shares his experience of attending meetings to maintain his sobriety after the first year of his recovery. Jessica also shares her experience of transitioning to online meetings and finding it challenging to recreate the automatic intimacy that happens in in-person meetings. Throughout the episode, Steven shares his tools for maintaining his sobriety, including attending meetings, exercising, and staying connected with friends who send him pictures of the sunrise. He also discusses the importance of acceptance, finding lightness in difficult situations, and admiring people with long-term recovery. Steven's story is one of hope, perseverance, and learning to embrace positivity amidst the challenges of life. Tune in to this episode to hear Steven's experience, strength, and hope about his journey into sobriety from alcoholism. /episode/index/show/3f2a6051-3324-4fa3-98ff-75bbc4b1e899/id/27010617

Rob D's Story 05/26/2023

Justine's Story 05/19/2023

Justine's Story In this episode, we hear from Justine S, who shares her personal journey of recovery from alcoholism. Justine's family was once wealthy and prestigious, but fell into poverty and shame when her father, a local politician and lawyer, was impeached and disbarred due to his drinking problems. The family lost their home and car, and had to move into a cottage with no heat, relying on welfare to survive. Justine's mother was pregnant with her youngest sibling at the time, and the family had to sleep on sleeping bags in front of a fireplace. Justine started drinking heavily in college and continued into adulthood, leading to daily binge drinking and increasing tolerance. Her mental health declined, and her personality changed as a result of excessive drinking, leading to bizarre behavior and blackouts where days would disappear. When her husband was diagnosed with esophageal cancer and died, Justine struggled to process her grief and turned to unhealthy drinking to try and suppress it. Justine's journey of recovery began when she realized that she had a problem with alcohol and started attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. It took some time, but eventually, she found hope and got a sponsor to help her in her recovery. Justine shares how AA helped her to work on her character defects and selfishness, and how it gave her a sense of community and camaraderie. Justine admits to lying, manipulating, and justifying her actions, even when it came to her character defects. She realized that taking her ego out of situations and being honest about her mistakes gave her more freedom and allowed her to improve. Justine also shares how she changed her sobriety date to start living on honest terms with herself and her program, even after a slip-up involving a seltzer infused with THC during Thanksgiving. Throughout the episode, Justine reflects on her upbringing, family tragedies, and how they contributed to her drinking process and sobriety. She also mentions two guardian angels on earth, one being her sponsor in AA. Listeners will gain insight into the challenges that Justine faced and the strength it takes to confront addiction. Her honesty about her struggles, as well as the hope and wisdom she shares, makes this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to overcome addiction. /episode/index/show/3f2a6051-3324-4fa3-98ff-75bbc4b1e899/id/26863419