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EP 334: Dave Davis’s Recovery Story
EP 334: Dave Davis’s Recovery Story
EP 334: Dave Davis’s Recovery Story
Saturday 18th November 2023
Join Sobertown Podcast EP 334 as Dave Davis shares his raw journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting resilience and the power of creativity.
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57 minutes
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Hopeful
Transformative
Resilient
Supportive
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!From Rock Bottom to Rocking Life: Dave Davis’s Path to Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Dave's candid journey from addiction to recovery is a poignant testament to the transformative power of sobriety.
- His resilience and determination to reclaim his creativity and rebuild his life offer hope and inspiration.
- Dave's unfiltered narrative underscores the impact of addictive behavior and the profound effects of alcohol on his life and relationships.
- Listeners are taken on a compelling journey of self-discovery and redemption, witnessing Dave's unwavering commitment to sobriety.
- His story serves as a poignant reminder that every step forward in recovery is a triumph worth celebrating.
I didn't see myself as having any kind of alcohol use disorder, that kind of thing, because we never do. I was, the percentage was really high as far as our things go. And we both smoked the same brand, that kind of thing. We didn't allow alcohol at our wedding because we didn't want the kids to be around it. So we started drinking at that time. She was, okay, let's drink. It turns into a bottle and a half wine a night more, turns into a bottle of wine a night, turns into a bottle and a half wine a night, turns into two bottles of wine a night. So that was my choice of my poison for the longest time was drinking black box pinot noir that was the or cab or whatever they had the shit wines and you talk to yourself in the same boy these things taste great well they don't they taste like shit so yeah i just blinded myself to a lot it was like I was shutting out a lot of stuff at work.
Dave Davis has worn many hats—database programmer, musician, photographer, and more—but his most significant role yet might be as a beacon of hope for those battling addiction. In this episode of the Sobertown Podcast, hosted by Drifter, Dave opens up about his tumultuous journey with alcohol and how he found his way to sobriety.
Born and raised in Iowa, Dave's story takes us through his college years in Illinois, where the party scene led him down a dark path of substance abuse. His candid recounting of drunken blackouts, failed relationships, and the numbing cycle of daily drinking paints a vivid picture of the struggles many face. But this isn't just a tale of woe. Dave’s story is also one of resilience and transformation.
After years of battling his demons, he made a conscious decision to reclaim his life. He shares how he turned to creative outlets like music and voiceover work as part of his healing process. His journey underscores the importance of support networks and the power of personal growth. For anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is, Dave’s narrative offers a potent mix of raw honesty and hopeful inspiration.
Tune in to hear how he rediscovered his creativity and rebuilt his life, proving that it's never too late to turn things around.