Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
149 Odyssey House Journals - Sean Ackroyd
149 Odyssey House Journals - Sean Ackroyd
149 Odyssey House Journals - Sean Ackroyd
Saturday 22nd June 2024
Sean Ackroyd shares his journey from battling meth addiction and self-loathing to finding self-acceptance and helping others at Odyssey House.
29 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Raw
Hopeful
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Episode Overview
- Sean Ackroyd shares his battle with meth addiction and self-loathing.
- He talks about the impact of being labelled 'evil and vile' at a young age.
- Sean highlights the importance of community and connection in recovery.
- He discusses his role at Odyssey House and how it helps maintain his sobriety.
- Sean emphasises the ongoing journey of self-acceptance and self-love.
I grew up thinking I was evil and vile, but now I know it's okay to be me.
Odyssey House Journals brings another riveting episode featuring Sean Ackroyd, a clinical coordinator at Odyssey House and a person in long-term recovery. In this episode, Sean opens up about his journey from self-loathing to self-acceptance. Growing up knowing he was gay, Sean faced immense internal and external battles. His candid recounting of being labelled as 'evil and vile' at a young age will tug at your heartstrings.
This harsh judgement led him down a path of self-doubt, casual sex, and eventually, meth addiction. But it wasn't until he hit rock bottom that Sean decided to turn his life around. Sean's story is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. He talks about how he found solace in drugs and casual encounters, but ultimately realised these were temporary fixes for deeper issues. His recovery journey began when he moved to St.
George and joined a treatment programme, where he learned to accept himself and embrace his identity. Now, Sean works at Odyssey House, helping others navigate their own paths to recovery. The episode also touches on the importance of community and connection in the recovery process. Sean highlights how working at Odyssey House and participating in Narcotics Anonymous meetings have been crucial in maintaining his sobriety.
His story is a reminder that recovery is an ongoing journey that requires constant effort and support. If you're looking for an episode filled with raw honesty and hope, this one is a must-listen. Sean's journey from feeling like an outcast to becoming a beacon of support for others is nothing short of inspiring. Tune in to hear his full story and gain valuable insights into the complexities of addiction and recovery.