Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
184 Odyssey House Journals - Malcolm
184 Odyssey House Journals - Malcolm
184 Odyssey House Journals - Malcolm
Friday 7th March 2025
Malcolm shares his powerful story of addiction, prison, and redemption, highlighting the impact of support systems in recovery.
30 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Supportive
Raw
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Get the buttons here!From Baseball Dreams to Recovery: Malcolm's Journey
Episode Overview
- The importance of seeking help in times of crisis.
- How childhood trauma can impact adult life.
- The role of support systems in recovery.
- Turning points that can lead to positive change.
- Setting and achieving future goals despite past setbacks.
I'm face deep in cocaine. Please help me.
In this episode of Odyssey House Journals, Malcolm shares his raw and unfiltered journey from a promising baseball career to battling addiction and finding redemption. Growing up in Hawaii, Malcolm had a full ride baseball scholarship to BYU and was part of the Living Legends program. However, his life took a dark turn due to substance abuse, leading him to prison three times.
The turning point came when he found himself face deep in cocaine and made a desperate call to his parole officer, asking for help. This episode is a testament to the power of seeking help and the strength it takes to turn one's life around. Malcolm's story is filled with heartbreak, resilience, and the importance of support systems in recovery. He speaks candidly about his childhood trauma, the loss of his son, and the destructive path that followed.
Despite the heavy themes, there are moments of light as Malcolm discusses the positive impact of the Odyssey House program and his future goals. His journey is a powerful reminder that no matter how far you've fallen, there's always a way back up. Tune in to hear Malcolm's inspiring story and gain insights into the challenges and triumphs of recovery.