Matt Gardiner
Matt Gardiner
'Accepting My Path' || JOHN MAURER
'Accepting My Path' || JOHN MAURER
'Accepting My Path' || JOHN MAURER
Thursday 26th May 2022
John Maurer discusses overcoming childhood trauma and addiction, emphasizing music, community support, and self-discovery on 'Beyond Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!John Maurer's Path to Sobriety: Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction
Beyond Recovery means feeling into, and through, your past traumas and creating a life you don’t want to numb out or escape from...
Imagine growing up with the weight of losing a parent at a tender age. That's the reality John Maurer faced when his mother passed away when he was just eight. In this heartfelt episode of 'Beyond Recovery', host Matt Gardiner sits down with John, a professional trumpet player and stay-at-home dad, to uncover his deeply personal journey from trauma to addiction, and finally, to recovery.
Broadcasting from the scenic Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania, John candidly shares how he coped with his loss by burying his emotions, eventually turning to alcohol as a way to numb the pain. His story starts off innocently enough—drinking only on good days—but soon spirals into a dark phase where his life seemed out of sync with his true self. Music, which was once an outlet for his feelings, became intertwined with his addiction.
John reflects on how picking up the trumpet in middle school provided solace but also became a trigger for his drinking habits. He opens up about his rough childhood, influenced by an Irish/German bloodline and a father who was a binge drinker during John's early years. This episode isn't just about John's struggles; it's also about his triumphs. He talks about the pivotal role of community support in his recovery and how embracing vulnerability helped him build stronger relationships.
Physical fitness became a cornerstone of his self-discovery, aiding him in balancing his personal and professional goals. Through this transformative journey, John learned to prioritize family and face his past traumas head-on. His story is a testament to the power of acceptance and the profound changes that come with sobriety. Tune in to hear John's inspiring tale and gain insights into the importance of community, vulnerability, and self-care in the path to recovery.