Brad McLeod: Rising from the Ashes of Addiction
Episode Overview
Brad McLeod's journey from addiction to sobriety is a testament to resilience and transformation. His raw and unfiltered account sheds light on the hardships faced in rehab, psych wards, and the criminal justice system. Deportation back to Canada proved to be a pivotal moment, prompting a profound self-realization. Despite the adversity, Brad's unwavering determination led him to turn his life around, eventually finding sobriety. His candid narrative serves as a beacon of hope for those battling addiction, offering insight and inspiration to anyone seeking recovery.
Dude, you know this is going to happen. The drugs are going to kill you or you're going to try to get sober, and I was like, sober? I didn't know any sober people. I'm a million dollar man so I wouldn't expect any different, but I got off everything, man, and then, to make a long story short, I ended up losing everything.
Brad McLeod's story is one of dramatic highs and crushing lows, but ultimately, it's a tale of redemption. Sober for over a decade now, Brad's journey began with a spiral into addiction that stripped him of everything. His battle with heroin and narcotics led him through rehab centers, psych wards, and even the criminal justice system. Despite these harrowing experiences, Brad's determination to change his life never wavered.
His turning point came with his deportation back to Canada, a moment that marked the beginning of his path to sobriety. Now, Brad channels his experiences into his 'Sober Motivation' podcast, where he invites guests to share their own sobriety stories in hopes of inspiring others. This episode of 'The Payoff with Pete' dives deep into Brad's raw and unfiltered account, offering a beacon of hope to anyone struggling with addiction.
Brad's resilience and unwavering commitment to recovery demonstrate that it's possible to rebuild and thrive, no matter how far one has fallen.