Stephan Neff
Stephan Neff
250 Daniel Ritchie: Peer Intervention - The secret weapon to winning the war against drug abuse
250 Daniel Ritchie: Peer Intervention - The secret weapon to winning the war against drug abuse
250 Daniel Ritchie: Peer Intervention - The secret weapon to winning the war against drug abuse
Friday 15th April 2022
Daniel Ritchie discusses his journey from MMA champion to Peer Recovery Specialist, emphasizing peer intervention's role in addiction recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Daniel Ritchie: From MMA Champion to Peer Recovery Specialist
Sometimes a man has got to do what a man has got to do, and especially when you start picking yourself up out of the ashes where you just burned, or the Phoenix must rise and you don't look pretty when you're coming out of the ashes, there's no doubt about that.
Imagine being at the pinnacle of your career and then losing it all to addiction. That’s the story of Daniel Ritchie, a five-time Mixed Martial Arts champion who spiraled into the depths of opioid addiction. In this episode of 'Steps to Sobriety', host Stephan Neff chats with Daniel about his incredible journey from rock bottom to becoming a beacon of hope for others struggling with substance abuse.
Daniel’s story is a rollercoaster of highs and lows, from multiple overdoses and homelessness to finding recovery in 2016. Today, he’s UC’s first Peer Recovery Specialist, offering bedside support and encouraging treatment for hundreds of patients. Daniel also works tirelessly in the community, advocating for interventions and linking people to necessary treatments. This episode dives into the harsh realities of opioid addiction, the power of peer intervention, and the importance of compassion and understanding in recovery.
Daniel shares candid insights about the role of trauma and mental health in addiction, the stigma that surrounds it, and how honesty and vulnerability can pave the way to recovery. He also emphasizes the critical need for self-love and self-acceptance in overcoming addiction. Throughout their conversation, Stephan and Daniel exchange personal stories and valuable lessons, making this episode a must-listen for anyone touched by addiction. Tune in to hear Daniel’s inspiring tale of resilience and hope.