David Lewry
David Lewry
Derek's Story
Derek's Story
Derek's Story
Wednesday 5th August 2020
Hear Derek's inspiring story of addiction recovery on 'Voices in Recovery'. Discover how support and self-esteem helped him rebuild his life.
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David Lewry
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Derek's Journey: Finding Strength in Sobriety and Rebuilding Relationships
I just had so little self-esteem and so much anger from my childhood and different events that happened, that the only time I felt good was when I was drinking.
Derek's story is a heartfelt narrative of battling addiction and finding the strength to recover. In this episode of 'Voices in Recovery', Derek opens up about his early misconceptions about sobriety, believing he could simply will himself to quit drinking. His journey through numerous relapses left him feeling isolated and ashamed, trapped in a cycle he couldn't break alone. Derek’s candid discussion highlights the crucial role of honesty and peer support in his recovery process.
Realizing he couldn't do it all on his own, Derek sought out a sponsor who guided him through the steps and held him accountable. This support system became a lifeline, helping him to build self-esteem and face his fears head-on. One poignant aspect of Derek's journey is the impact of his addiction on his family, especially his relationship with his son. The guilt and shame of lying to his son for years weighed heavily on him.
However, through recovery, Derek managed to mend these broken bonds, becoming the father he always aspired to be. His story is a powerful reminder that addiction affects not just the individual but their loved ones too. Derek’s narrative also touches on the significance of self-esteem in both addiction and recovery. He turned to alcohol to boost his confidence but found new ways to feel good about himself through the support of others and working through the recovery steps.
Derek's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of recovery. It underscores that no matter how lost one may feel, there is always hope and a path to healing with the right support and willingness to change. Tune in to hear Derek's inspiring story and discover how he rebuilt his life and relationships.