Join our FREE FB Support group!: The Sobriety Network Download our free guides!: https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/guides Chat with us! https://www.realrecoverytalk.com/services In this special episode of Real Recovery Talk, we welcome long-time listener Russ Lusk, who traveled all the way from Texas to share his powerful story. Russ opens up about his sobriety journey, detailing the struggles he faced and what it finally took for him to get sober. He candidly discusses how religion, at one point, drove him deeper into addiction, leading to feelings of betrayal by the church that he carried for years. We also explore the importance of finding a strong community in recovery, which Russ credits as a key factor in maintaining his sobriety. Additionally, Russ reflects on his time in the military and how his experiences there impacted his battle with alcoholism. Join us for an inspiring and raw conversation about overcoming adversity, the complexities of faith, and the strength that comes from a supportive recovery community.