Thursday Dec 21, 2023

41 I Tee Ballin: From the Prison Yard to Disaster Relief Superintendent

In this episode of Sobriety Checkpoint, host Felicia Hermle sits down with Tee Ballin, a guest who shares his powerful and raw journey from prison to recovery. Tee opens up about his struggles with addiction, hitting rock bottom, and finding his way back to sobriety through faith and the support of his twelve-step program. His honesty and authenticity shed light on the challenging path to recovery and the importance of staying connected to a higher power. Join us as we dive into Tee's remarkable story, filled with hope, redemption, and the transformative power of sobriety.

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00:00 T Ball discusses alcoholism from childhood to prison.

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04:09 Ex-inmate's struggle with alcohol and socialization.

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07:29 Intoxicated man decides against committing violent act.

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12:52 Embracing sobriety, finding solace in Alcoholics Anonymous.

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14:22 Struggle with addiction leads to spiritual awakening.

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17:36 Struggling with addiction, found unexpected guidance.

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22:10 Excited for reaching sobriety and sponsoring others.

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24:39 Overcoming addiction brings back compassion and love.

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27:10 We are strong, fight and show grace.

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**It’s time for that desperately sought after solo Target run.. Grab your keys and let’s go for a drive... There’s no judgment (or breathalyzer) at this Sobriety Checkpoint.**

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Music for Sobriety Checkpoint created by my cousin: Jake Meyer - Copyright 2021 All rights reserved.

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This episode of Sobriety Checkpoint was produced by Bob Slone Audio Productions --＞https://bobslone.com/

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****The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of Felicia Hermle and her guests and do not reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent or are a part of.****

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****The information contained in this podcast is general information for educational purposes only, it is not, nor is it intended to be, therapy or psychological advice. Please consult your physician or mental health provider regarding advice or support for your health and wellbeing. If you are in crisis, please call your local 24-hour hotline or 911.****

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