Empowring Productions, Inc.
Powerful Radio Productions
Drunk Fireman
Drunk Fireman
Drunk Fireman
Tuesday 20th August 2019
Rick, a former NYC firefighter, recounts his battle with alcoholism and how he found sobriety with the help of a dedicated support system.
22 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Hopeful
Encouraging
Transformative
About this podcast
Author:
Empowring Productions, Inc.
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
299 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Rick's Battle: From Firefighter to Sobriety
I had to have somebody who, when I call up and say I'm thinking about going down that road and they say you were down there Four Years Ago and got hit on the head. Don't go down 34th street, try 42nd Street, you know.
Rick’s story is a gripping tale of battling addiction while serving as a firefighter in New York City. Growing up as one of seven kids, Rick saw the devastating effects of alcoholism firsthand. His two sisters managed to avoid the clutches of addiction, but three of his brothers weren't so lucky—two lost their lives to alcoholism. Rick himself started drinking in high school, introduced to alcohol by an adult friend.
This marked the beginning of a long, tumultuous relationship with alcohol that would follow him through his military service and into his career as a firefighter. Despite the demanding nature of his job, Rick couldn’t shake his dependence on alcohol. His first wake-up call came after a night of heavy drinking landed him in prison. But even this sobering experience wasn't enough to curb his addiction.
It wasn’t until he was dismissed from the fire department due to his drinking problem that Rick was forced to confront the severity of his situation. Thankfully, Rick wasn't alone in his journey to sobriety. His sister Margaret and a dedicated counselor named Jimmy played crucial roles in his recovery. Jimmy, in particular, became a pivotal figure, showing Rick that life without alcohol was possible and providing the support he needed to stay sober.
Rick’s story is one of resilience and the undeniable importance of a strong support system. It's a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, there is hope and help available. Tune in to hear Rick’s compelling journey from the depths of addiction to finding purpose and clarity in sobriety.