Ralph Sara

The Anonymous Eskimo Podcast

Ralph Sara/Christopher Avessuk

  • Christopher Avessuk- Episode 70

Christopher Avessuk- Episode 70

Monday 6th June 2022

Christopher Avessuk discusses overcoming addiction, finding joy in photography, and the vital role of support on The Anonymous Eskimo Podcast.
Explicit
72 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Encouraging
Supportive

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The Anonymous Eskimo Podcast
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Ralph Sara
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Sobriety Success Stories
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Christopher Avessuk: From Darkness to Light Through Sobriety and Art

I think taking photographs and having that photographer's eye has helped me through my sobriety as well, because you look at everything a little differently.
In this heartfelt episode of The Anonymous Eskimo Podcast, host Ralph Sara sits down with Christopher Avessuk, a King Island Inupiaq from Anchorage, Alaska. Chris, a talented photographer and music enthusiast, opens up about his two-year journey of sobriety, which began on June 21st. Growing up surrounded by native culture didn't shield him from the grips of addiction, leading him into a spiral of DUIs and legal issues.
However, with the unwavering support of loved ones and the transformative power of cognitive-behavioral therapy, Chris managed to reclaim his life. He found solace and a renewed sense of purpose in photography, allowing him to see the world through a new lens and find joy in everyday moments. Chris’s story is a testament to the strength of community and the importance of creative outlets in recovery.
His candid account serves as a beacon of hope for anyone battling addiction, reminding us all that brighter days are always within reach.