Hilary Roberts & Jason Wahler
Hilary Roberts & Jason Wahler
#016 - Mending The Bridges with James M.
#016 - Mending The Bridges with James M.
#016 - Mending The Bridges with James M.
Thursday 16th July 2020
Join Hilary Roberts and Jason Wahler as they explore James M.'s journey from prejudice and addiction to finding purpose in sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!James M.'s Path: From Prejudice to Purpose
I watch them go and it's very reminiscent of that. I learned how to get into service and get into action.
Growing up amidst the mountains of Utah, James M. faced a storm of challenges that few could imagine. In this episode of 'Let The Journey Begin', Hilary Roberts and Jason Wahler sit down with James to unpack his remarkable journey from a troubled childhood to a life dedicated to helping others.
The backdrop of his story includes his parents' divorce, the harsh realities of racism, and the pressure to hide his true self as a gay man in an unaccepting environment. These early experiences pushed James towards substance abuse as a means of coping, starting at the tender age of eight. James’s candid recounting doesn’t shy away from the darker moments, including his struggle with addiction that led him to a treatment facility at 19.
The AIDS epidemic of the late '80s and '90s also looms large in his narrative, as he recalls the heartbreak of seeing many around him succumb to the virus while he fought for his own recovery. But James's story is far from just a tale of hardship. It's one of resilience and transformation. Today, he is a different person, driven by a mission to help others navigate their own paths to sobriety.
He emphasizes the critical role that community and service play in maintaining his own sobriety, sharing how these elements have become his lifeline. This episode is a powerful testament to the strength of the human spirit and the possibility of redemption. Whether you're grappling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, James's journey offers a beacon of hope and practical insights on finding and maintaining sobriety.