Mary Woods
Mary Woods
A Doctor’s Journey through Addiction to Recovery with Guest Sylvester “Skip” Sviokla III, MD
A Doctor’s Journey through Addiction to Recovery with Guest Sylvester “Skip” Sviokla III, MD
A Doctor’s Journey through Addiction to Recovery with Guest Sylvester “Skip” Sviokla III, MD
Monday 22nd July 2013
Join Mary Woods and Dr. Sylvester Sviokla III as they discuss his journey from addiction to recovery, breaking through stigma and finding joy.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!A Doctor's Redemption: Sylvester Sviokla's Story of Recovery and Hope
But from that moment on I to This Day have been fortunate to be winning the battle, and not only winning the battle, but experiencing the joy of fighting back, even though it took me Years to get where I am now. And if I have any message for folks out there, it's the joy of recovery that is not covered.
Imagine having it all—success, wealth, and a bright future—only to see it crumble due to addiction. That's the story of Dr. Sylvester 'Skip' Sviokla III, a Harvard-educated doctor who faced the dark side of addiction and emerged stronger. In this episode of 'One Hour AT A Time', host Mary Woods sits down with Dr. Sviokla to uncover his incredible journey from the depths of addiction to the heights of recovery. Dr.
Sviokla opens up about the immense pressures and stigmas that often keep professionals from seeking help. He shares how he lost everything but found a new life through recovery. The conversation touches on the crucial role of support systems and the importance of breaking through shame and stigma. Dr. Sviokla's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the joy that can be found in recovery.
This episode offers a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with addiction, especially those in high-pressure professions. Tune in for an inspiring discussion that underscores the possibility of redemption and joy after addiction.