Tricia Lewis
Recovery Happy Hour
83- Recovery Happy Hour Sobriety Challenge/ Terrance
83- Recovery Happy Hour Sobriety Challenge/ Terrance
83- Recovery Happy Hour Sobriety Challenge/ Terrance
Tuesday 28th January 2020
Terrance discusses his path from addiction to recovery, emphasizing the importance of social connections and advocacy on 'Recovery Happy Hour'.
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Get the buttons here!Terrance's Journey: Sobriety Challenges and the Power of Advocacy
It's interesting that some people need that word at first. We need to know what the problem is before we can start to fix it.
What does it take to overcome addiction and find a new path in life? In this compelling episode of 'Recovery Happy Hour', host Tricia Lewis sits down with Terrance to explore his deeply personal journey from addiction to recovery. Terrance opens up about his struggles with childhood trauma and how societal pressures around alcohol shaped his early years.
He shares candidly about his multiple attempts at sobriety and the pivotal role that social connections and advocacy played in his eventual success. One of the standout moments in this episode is Terrance's discussion on the importance of labeling addiction. For him, receiving a diagnosis of complex PTSD and chronic anxiety was a game-changer.
'We need to know what the problem is before we can start to fix it', he says, highlighting the critical need for education and awareness around addiction. The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as Terrance reflects on growing up in a frightening environment with little emotional connection. This lack of support, he notes, contributed significantly to his addiction. However, he also speaks passionately about the healing power of finding a community of people who have also quit drinking.
Throughout the episode, Tricia and Terrance emphasize the role of advocacy in recovery. They discuss the persistent stigma surrounding addiction and how advocacy efforts can help combat this issue. Terrance talks about his involvement with organizations like Break Free Movement and Big Vision NYC, which aim to spread awareness and support for those in recovery. His own advocacy work underscores the importance of spreading the message about the dangers of alcohol.
Terrance's story is one of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of connection and advocacy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or interested in how advocacy can support recovery.