WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
WMEX 1510 AM Quincy Boston
E36 - Aired 10-17-22 Heath Gordon
E36 - Aired 10-17-22 Heath Gordon
E36 - Aired 10-17-22 Heath Gordon
Thursday 29th December 2022
Heath Gordon discusses his journey from hockey stardom to battling addiction and finding sobriety on 'Courage to Hope'. Listen for an inspiring story.
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Get the buttons here!Heath Gordon: From Hockey Dreams to Sobriety Realities
For me, specifically hockey, I was lucky enough to have some opportunities to go play at some great schools and ended up graduating from a prep school, Cushing Academy, here out in Massachusetts, out in western mass, and had a great career.
Picture this: a young athlete with dreams of making it big in the hockey world, only to find himself grappling with addiction. In this episode of 'Courage to Hope', host Tony Lagreca sits down with Heath Gordon, a former semi-pro hockey player who shares his raw and honest story.
Heath opens up about his early days on the ice, playing for the Chicago Blackhawks and Providence College, and how the pressures of the sport led him down a dark path of substance abuse. During college, Heath's experimentation with drugs and alcohol quickly spiraled into a blackout lifestyle, leaving him struggling to find his way out. He candidly discusses the moment he realized he had lost control and the tough road to sobriety that followed.
Heath's journey is not just about overcoming addiction but also about the crucial role that sports and physical activity have played in his recovery. He emphasizes the importance of staying active and how it helps him maintain his sobriety. With heartfelt anecdotes and practical advice, Heath's story is a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar struggles. His message is clear: open conversations about addiction can make a world of difference.
This episode offers a powerful perspective on addiction and recovery, encouraging listeners to speak up and seek support.