Finding Strength Podcast
Finding Strength Podcast
11: Troy Long - Finding Triumph Over Addiction
11: Troy Long - Finding Triumph Over Addiction
11: Troy Long - Finding Triumph Over Addiction
Wednesday 24th October 2018
Join Troy Long on the Finding Strength Podcast as he shares his journey from football stardom to addiction recovery advocate and CEO of Deer Hollow Recovery.
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70 minutes
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Body & Mind
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Healing from Sexual Trauma
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Get the buttons here!Troy Long: From Gridiron Glory to Recovery Advocate
There's a spiritual solution to what I suffer from. No human power can relieve me of my addiction.
Imagine being on top of the world as a college superstar and professional football player, only to see it all crumble due to addiction. That's the story of Troy Long. In this episode of the Finding Strength Podcast, hosts Matt Quackenbush and Bethany Tenney dive into Troy's incredible journey from the highs of athletic success to the lows of homelessness and addiction. But this isn't just a tale of downfall—it's one of remarkable resilience and transformation.
Today, Troy is the CEO and founder of Deer Hollow Recovery, a beacon of hope for those battling similar demons. Through candid conversations, Troy opens up about his struggles with alcohol and drugs, the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, and how spirituality played a crucial role in his recovery. He also shares the emotional highs and lows of starting a treatment center and the profound impact it has had on his life.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the power of community, support, and second chances. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Troy's story offers invaluable insights and inspiration.