Omar Pinto
Omar Pinto
051: Hope and Addiction with JR Hamel – Celebrates 1 Year Clean and Sober and shares his horrific 23 Year battle with Alcoholism!
051: Hope and Addiction with JR Hamel – Celebrates 1 Year Clean and Sober and shares his horrific 23 Year battle with Alcoholism!
051: Hope and Addiction with JR Hamel – Celebrates 1 Year Clean and Sober and shares his horrific 23 Year battle with Alcoholism!
Tuesday 2nd February 2016
JR Hamel discusses his 23-year battle with addiction and how he found hope and purpose in recovery on The Recovery Revolution Podcast.
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60 minutes
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Get the buttons here!From Rock Bottom to Hope: JR Hamel's Journey Through Addiction
I truly believe that everything happens for a reason and I was meant to take that journey to get where I am now.
Ever wondered how someone can turn a 23-year battle with addiction into a story of hope? Meet JR Hamel, a father of three and the voice behind the blog 'Hope and Addiction'. In this episode of The Recovery Revolution Podcast, JR opens up about his long and arduous journey to sobriety. His story is a testament to the power of perseverance and finding purpose in recovery. JR’s struggle with addiction and mental health issues spanned over two decades.
He tried everything from in-patient and out-patient treatments to one-on-one therapy. For 14 years, he worked in the mental health field, helping others while battling his own demons. Eventually, he realized he needed to focus on his own recovery and resigned from his job. Now, as a stay-at-home dad, JR dedicates his time to sharing his experiences through his blog, hoping to inspire others facing similar challenges.
This episode dives deep into JR’s life, exploring the impact of addiction on mental health and the importance of routines in maintaining sobriety. JR believes that sharing personal stories can break down the stigma surrounding addiction and create a supportive community for those in recovery. His candidness offers a fresh perspective on the struggles and triumphs that come with the journey to sobriety.
Whether you’re battling addiction yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply interested in stories of personal transformation, JR’s tale is bound to resonate with you. Tune in to hear how he found hope amidst the chaos and learn how you can apply his insights to your own life.