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How to Achieve 19 Years of Sobriety with Dylan Lundgren

Dylan Lundgren knows what it’s like to spiral into addiction and lose sight of yourself. But he also knows how it feels to climb out of that dark place, find a new way of living, and stay committed to recovery.

With over 19 years of sobriety under his belt, Dylan has used his experience to help others navigate their own recovery journeys. He is passionate about sharing the lessons he’s learned and guiding people towards not just sobriety, but a life filled with purpose and fulfilment.

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His Early Life and Challenges

Dylan’s struggles with addiction didn’t begin right away. Growing up, he had witnessed the effects of alcoholism in his family and thought he could avoid going down that path. He even made it through high school without touching drugs or alcohol, but things changed when he got to college. Surrounded by people who were high-achieving athletes and students, yet also partying, Dylan’s perspective shifted:

"I drank for the first time, and it made me feel okay in my own skin."

The alcohol temporarily quieted the insecurities, depression, and suicidal thoughts he had been carrying for years. What began as a way to numb those feelings quickly escalated into full-blown addiction.

Eventually, Dylan dropped out of college, got caught up in drugs, and began to spiral out of control, leading to arrests and moments of intense self-destruction.

"I drank for the first time, and it made me feel okay in my own skin."

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Hitting Rock Bottom

For Dylan, rock bottom didn’t come from a single event but a series of painful moments.

After being assaulted by a gang and feeling like he had no way out, he turned to drugs more heavily. The consequences of his actions kept pilling up as he faced more legal troubles and found himself sinking deeper into addiction.

Despite the overwhelming evidence that he needed help, Dylan resisted:
"I didn’t think I had a problem. I thought maybe I could manage drinking or drugs here and there."

This mindset led to a failed experiment where he tried to moderate his substance use, only to fall back into full addiction.

It wasn’t until he found himself in jail that something finally clicked.

The realisation that his life was truly on the line pushed him to finally change.

"I didn’t think I had a problem. I thought maybe I could manage drinking or drugs here and there."

Dylan Lundgren

The Road to Recovery

Dylan’s second trip to rehab was different. This time, he threw himself into the recovery process, working with a 12-step sponsor and engaging in the Mind, Body, Spirit program at the treatment centre.

He learned about the importance of integrating different aspects of wellness into his recovery—practices like yoga, meditation, and spiritual development that allowed him to reconnect with himself in a healthier way.

It wasn’t just about quitting drugs and alcohol for Dylan; it was about finding a new way to live, one that involved more than just sobriety.

The combination of 12-step work and these holistic practices helped him break free from the obsessive thoughts and deeper emotional issues that had been the driving force of his addiction for so long.


The Role of Community in His Recovery

For Dylan, community has been an essential part of his long-term recovery.

Whether it was the 12-step fellowship or the connections he made at the yoga centre where he lived for over two years, Dylan found that being part of a supportive community helped him stay grounded and accountable:

"There’s a power in coming together with others who are on the same journey. The connection and support you find in these spaces can be life-changing."

He also stresses the importance of service and taking on responsibilities within the recovery community. Whether it’s making coffee at a meeting or sharing your story with others, these commitments help maintain accountability and reinforce the progress being made.


"There’s a power in coming together with others who are on the same journey. The connection and support you find in these spaces can be life-changing."

Dylan Lundgren

Lessons Learned Along the Way

Dylan’s path to sobriety wasn’t easy, but it’s taught him valuable lessons about recovery and resilience.

Some of his biggest takeaways include:
- Consistency is key: Maintaining routines, like attending meetings, practicing meditation, and staying active, has been crucial to his long-term sobriety.
- Self-care matters: Taking care of your mental, physical, and emotional health is just as important as staying sober. He found that activities like running and meditation have been vital to his recovery.
- It’s an ongoing journey: Recovery doesn’t end once you get sober. There are always challenges, and old traumas or new struggles can surface. Dylan emphasises the need to stay committed to working through these issues as they arise.

"You don’t have to take the whole journey at once—just take the next step."

Dylan Lundgren

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