Luke thought he was different.

Smarter. Tougher. The guy who could drink all day, surf all weekend, and somehow keep life together. Until alcohol stopped being part of the adventure and became the entire story.

In this candid and often funny share, Luke reflects on the years he spent chasing freedom through alcohol, only to discover that his world had become smaller, lonelier, and completely controlled by the next drink. From secret alleyway beers and failed attempts to quit, to finding a sponsor, building a recovery community, and learning how to ask for help, Luke's story is one of persistence, honesty, and hope.

With humility and humour, he shares how recovery gave him something alcohol never could: a chance to find out who he really is. Today, married and sober, Luke reminds us that a life beyond our wildest dreams isn't something that arrives overnight. It's something built one day, one meeting, and one honest conversation at a time.

PLEASE NOTE: Luke has shared at AANP twce before. You may want to check out both.

First share:

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/an-all-night-place/episodes/EPISODE-87---Luke-Z-e353028

Second share:

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/an-all-night-place/episodes/I-Couldnt-Outthink-Alcohol--Episode-117---Luke-Z-e3ic4d2