Odyssey House Journals

Odyssey House Journals

Odyssey House Journals

  • 136 Odyssey House Journals - John

136 Odyssey House Journals - John

Friday 22nd March 2024

Join John as he shares his raw journey from addiction to self-love on Odyssey House Journals. Discover the power of resilience and self-discovery.
28 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
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Odyssey House Journals
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Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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John's Battle: From Addiction to Self-Love

Episode Overview

  • John's journey from addiction to sobriety and the challenges faced
  • Insights into the recovery process and the importance of self-discovery
  • The role of family support and peer connection in John's recovery
  • The transformative power of embracing joy and building healthy habits in sobriety
  • Reflecting on the continuous effort required for long-lasting recovery
Recovery is opening up those wounds, allowing myself to deeply feel those thoughts and those feelings, and embracing the healing process.
Imagine fighting for your life every single day. That's the reality for John, who shares his gripping story on this episode of Odyssey House Journals. Starting to drink at just 13, John thought his alcohol and cocaine use was normal, influenced by a family steeped in addiction. Now, he's ripping off the duct tape covering his wounds and learning to love himself for the first time.
Host Randall Carlisle and co-host Nicole Slack delve into John's raw and heartfelt journey, discussing the highs and lows of his path to sobriety. John opens up about the pivotal role Odyssey House played in his recovery and how staying connected and finding joy have been crucial in his ongoing battle. This episode is a testament to resilience and the transformative power of self-discovery.
Whether you're struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is, John's story offers hope and insight into the continuous effort needed for lasting recovery.