Derik Johnson
Derik Johnson
115: THE GIFT OF DESPERATION - From Homelessness to Hope (with Jacob Short)
115: THE GIFT OF DESPERATION - From Homelessness to Hope (with Jacob Short)
115: THE GIFT OF DESPERATION - From Homelessness to Hope (with Jacob Short)
Wednesday 25th October 2023
Jacob Short's journey from Las Vegas tunnels to sobriety and purpose highlights the power of resilience and support in recovery.
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84 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Jacob Short's Journey: From Las Vegas Tunnels to Sobriety and Purpose
Episode Overview
- Jacob Short shares his inspiring journey from homelessness and addiction to finding hope and recovery.
- His resilience and openness shed light on the transformative power of perseverance and support in the recovery process.
- From facing trauma and addiction to finding strength and healing, Jacob's story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for change and growth.
- His journey exemplifies the transformative impact of connection and support in the recovery process.
- Jacob's story serves as a source of inspiration and encouragement for anyone facing similar challenges, showing that recovery and healing are possible with determination and support.
Yeah, man, I've been out here ever since. So tell what, what are some of the things you like to do?... I genuinely wanted to, to be better. Um, you'd been doing this maybe for years and in this kind of rut with it, but talk about the change process for you and how it began and what it was like along that journey of sobering up and getting yourself squared up. You just don't know how, like you, it feels, it genuinely feels like, um, there's no way out, you know, there'll never be a way out.
Imagine living in the dark, damp flood tunnels of Las Vegas, battling addiction and homelessness. That's where Jacob Short's story begins. In this episode, Brad sits down with Jacob, a 28-year-old who has faced more challenges than most of us can imagine. Abandoned by his biological mother at four, Jacob ran away from home at 12 and turned to drugs and alcohol to numb his pain. By 15, he was adopted, only to lose his adoptive mother soon after.
His life spiraled into years of homelessness and heroin addiction. But Jacob's story isn't just about despair; it's about resilience and transformation. Enter Taco Mike Spurgin, a man who extended a hand of compassion when Jacob needed it most. With Mike's support, Jacob checked into treatment at CrossRoads of Southern Nevada for six months. Fast forward to today, and Jacob has 18 months of sobriety under his belt.
He's in the healthiest relationship of his life, working as an apprentice in a local glazier union, and actively helping other men find their path to sobriety. Jacob's wisdom and maturity are beyond his years, offering a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction or facing seemingly insurmountable challenges. His story underscores the importance of support and connection in the recovery process.
It's a powerful reminder that no matter how dark things may seem, there is always a way out. If you're looking for a tale of perseverance, transformation, and the human spirit's incredible capacity for change, this episode is a must-listen. Jacob Short's journey from the flood tunnels of Las Vegas to a life filled with purpose and hope will leave you inspired and encouraged.