Stephan Neff
Stephan Neff
362 Joe Tlustos: Going Slow To Go Fast - Peer Addiction Coaching with Creatives
362 Joe Tlustos: Going Slow To Go Fast - Peer Addiction Coaching with Creatives
362 Joe Tlustos: Going Slow To Go Fast - Peer Addiction Coaching with Creatives
Saturday 10th June 2023
Join Joe Tlustos as he shares his journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting the power of vulnerability and peer support in overcoming life's challenges.
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Get the buttons here!Joe Tlustos: Embracing Vulnerability on the Road to Recovery
Episode Overview
- Joe's journey from addiction to peer addiction coaching
- Embracing imperfection and self-awareness
- The value of taking small steps and seeking support
- The transformative power of vulnerability and resilience
- Creating a safe space for individuals to share their experiences
We're all of a sudden my mistake ratio goes way up and it's like, oh, I gotta, so now I gotta go back and I gotta go back and I gotta fix those mistakes and, oh, that took an extra time. Take your time. Be prepared. But it's unnatural. But when you start doing that, it can be the start of all kinds of things. It gives you a chance to slow down, take time.
Ever wondered how someone can transform their life from the depths of addiction to a beacon of hope for others? Joe Tlustos, a former broadcast media professional, has done just that. In this episode, Joe opens up about his 20-year struggle with addiction, compounded by undiagnosed mental health conditions like Bipolar Disorder II, severe depression, anxiety, and adult ADHD.
His journey to recovery began in November 2008, and since then, he has dedicated his life to helping others navigate their own paths to sobriety. Joe's career in the media industry saw him as an on-air talent, program director, and Emmy Award-winning voice talent. However, it was his personal battles that led him to join Face It TOGETHER, an addiction wellness nonprofit, as a peer addiction coach in 2017.
Joe shares invaluable insights on the importance of slowing down, embracing vulnerability, and finding strength in self-awareness. He believes that sometimes you have to go slow to go fast, a lesson he imparts to those he coaches. His story is a testament to the power of peer support and the impact of connecting with individuals who truly understand the struggles of addiction and mental health challenges.
Tune in to hear Joe's inspiring journey and discover how embracing imperfection and seeking support can lead to profound personal transformation.