A Life Reclaimed: Glen C

At 76 years old, Glen is a shining example of what long-term recovery can make possible. With 35 years of sobriety and 31 years alongside his beloved wife, he says his favorite part of this journey is how it has helped him grow deeper in love, both for others and for himself. Glen carries simple but powerful tools, like the practice of going slow, reminding us that “going slow helps us catch up to the pace of God.” His favorite words in recovery are “I am enough”, “there’s nothing wrong with you”, and “broken crayons still color”. Each reflects the compassion he extends to everyone he meets. Known for his incredible memory and his eagerness to learn from the young, Glen finds great joy in attending the groups and classes upstairs with Doug and the support he receives from his recovery circle. And in true Glen fashion, he sums up his gratitude with a smile and a phrase he loves to say: “I’m overpaid”… meaning, recovery has brought him a lot of joy over the years. We are grateful to know you, Glen! Thank you for choosing Recovery Café as a part of your recovery journey.