Recovery Centers of America
Recovery Centers of America
Confronting Change with Joey Johnsen
Confronting Change with Joey Johnsen
Confronting Change with Joey Johnsen
Friday 10th June 2022
Joey Johnsen shares his journey to sobriety before high school graduation, discussing life changes, coping skills, and overcoming loneliness.
46 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Joey Johnsen: Finding Sobriety Before Graduation
Every time I would go to rehab, I always felt that when my mom would drop me off, that I'm disappointed. And so when I kind of got picked up from there, it felt more like I'm doing this, you know, and again, I'm not thinking that I'm doing this for myself, I'm doing this for you.
Picture this: you're 19, fresh out of high school, and celebrating a year of sobriety. That's Joey Johnsen's reality. In this episode of 'Strength in Recovery', host Jaye Rodenbush chats with Joey, an RCA Indianapolis alum who’s wise beyond his years. Joey opens up about the rollercoaster of emotions and challenges he faced as a young adult in recovery.
From navigating the awkwardness of high school to dealing with the weight of big life changes, Joey’s story is both relatable and inspiring. He highlights the significance of finding sobriety early on, sharing how he managed to stay clean even before tossing his graduation cap in the air. Joey also dives into practical coping skills he's picked up along the way, like building emotional stamina and effectively communicating with teachers and therapists.
And for anyone battling loneliness in recovery, Joey’s got some heartfelt advice on embracing your own thoughts and feelings. This episode isn’t just a story; it’s a lifeline for anyone grappling with addiction, especially young adults. Tune in to hear Joey’s candid conversation and walk away with a sense of hope and practical tips for sober living.