Odyssey House Journals
Odyssey House Journals
78 The New Odyssey House Journals - James Ririe
78 The New Odyssey House Journals - James Ririe
78 The New Odyssey House Journals - James Ririe
Friday 30th December 2022
James Ririe discusses his journey from addiction to sobriety in this episode of 'Odyssey House Journals'.
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Get the buttons here!James Ririe: Overcoming Addiction and Embracing Sobriety
My phone goes off every hour because my sponsors asked me to make a decision to turn my will and my life over to a power greater than myself. And I'm not very good at doing that because I'm a control freak.
Imagine starting to drink at 15 to cope with the turmoil of growing up gay in a conservative community. That's the beginning of James Ririe's story. In this episode of 'Odyssey House Journals', hosted by Randall Carlisle, James opens up about his journey through addiction, from alcohol and heavy drugs to facing felony charges. His turning point came after just one stay at Odyssey House, where he found the support and tools he needed to get sober.
Now, more than a year later, James is thriving and using his experience to help others. He shares how a simple tool—his watch going off every hour—keeps him grounded in his recovery. James' story is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, even when it feels out of reach. Whether you're personally affected by addiction or know someone who is, this episode offers hope and inspiration.