Bruce's Path: From Bar Owner to Beacon of Hope
I took, I drank the kool-aid here I really did, and I've been better off for it.
Ever felt like life's taken you down a path you didn't plan? Bruce knows that feeling all too well. At 42, he walked into MARR Addiction Treatment Centers, describing himself as 'feral' and 'undomesticated'. He was a smooth-talking bar owner and salesman, but his life was spiraling out of control. Fast forward over 15 years, and Bruce's story is nothing short of inspirational.
In this episode of 'Journeys of Hope', Bruce opens up about his incredible transformation through the 12 Step Recovery program. He talks candidly about how MARR became more than just a treatment center for him; it became a family. The sense of community he found there was pivotal in his recovery. Bruce shares how spirituality played a crucial role in helping him find peace and purpose.
He also discusses the importance of setting boundaries, a lesson he learned through his interactions with his sponsor and fellow members of the recovery community. Today, Bruce is a loving and dependable member of the community, dedicated to helping others on their recovery journeys. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how lost you feel, there's always hope. Tune in to hear Bruce's journey from chaos to clarity, and discover the transformative power of community and spirituality.