An Interview with Andrew - This Is Not a GameAn Interview with Andrew - This Is Not a Game
Busting Addiction and Its Myths
Andrew shares his journey from poly-addiction to sobriety, highlighting the importance of connection and asking for help.
31:03•31 Jul 2020
Andrew's Journey: Overcoming Poly-Addiction and Finding Sobriety
“Connecting to other young recovering people got him into his first-step meeting, where he surrendered his old ways of thinking, and he's been clean and sober ever since.”
Ever felt trapped in a cycle of addiction with no way out? Meet Andrew, a 30-year-old professional who has been clean and sober for over six years. In this compelling episode of 'Busting Addiction and Its Myths', Andrew shares his raw and honest story of battling poly-addiction—a struggle with multiple substances. He talks about the pivotal role his mother played, both as an enabler and a supporter, and how hitting rock bottom became his turning point.
Andrew opens up about the moment he realized he couldn't quit on his own and needed to reach out for help. Connecting with other young people in recovery led him to his first 12-step meeting, where he surrendered his old ways of thinking. His journey underscores the importance of connection and asking for help. If you're grappling with addiction or know someone who is, Andrew's story offers a beacon of hope and a reminder that recovery is possible.
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