Jim Rachels
Jim Rachels
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 46 (Jamie D. Interview)
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 46 (Jamie D. Interview)
Addicts Anonymous Podcast Episode 46 (Jamie D. Interview)
Sunday 20th February 2022
Listen to Jamie D.'s inspiring journey from addiction to sobriety on 'Addicts Anonymous'. Discover how writing and support groups played a crucial role.
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Get the buttons here!Jamie D.: A Journey from Chaos to Clarity
It's an ongoing battle for life... even though I'm sober, I still wake up in the morning thinking you know how nice it would be to have a drink, and even periodically throughout the day. But because I have a landscaping company, I work outside, so I'm always outside in the heat. I'm looking at all the booze on the shelf. So you know, like I said, not for everybody, but for me, that works.
Ever wondered what it takes to pull yourself out of the abyss of addiction? In this compelling episode of 'Addicts Anonymous', Jim Rachels sits down with Jamie D., who opens up about his tumultuous path from a troubled childhood to a life of sobriety. Jamie's story begins with a lonely childhood marked by a lack of friends and a knack for getting into trouble.
As he grew older, he turned to alcohol and drugs, leading him into a dark spiral of bullying, theft, and even expulsion from school. Jamie's parents, heavy drinkers themselves, added another layer of complexity to his struggle. Despite numerous attempts to get clean, Jamie found himself relapsing time and again. It wasn't until he sought help from a private treatment facility that he began to see a glimmer of hope.
During his recovery, Jamie learned the importance of setting boundaries and discovered the therapeutic power of writing. This newfound passion led him to publish a book about his experiences, offering a beacon of hope to others battling addiction. Today, Jamie is not just surviving but thriving. He actively participates in support groups and advocates for addiction recovery, sharing his story to inspire others.
Tune in to hear Jamie's incredible journey and find out how he transformed his life through resilience, hope, and the power of community.