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EP 85 RAW Recovery w/ Travis Y. Hosted by Dion Miller
EP 85 RAW Recovery w/ Travis Y. Hosted by Dion Miller
EP 85 RAW Recovery w/ Travis Y. Hosted by Dion Miller
Friday 28th July 2023
Travis Y. opens up about his descent into addiction and his inspiring journey to recovery. A moving story of hope, resilience, and the power of support.
70 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Transformative
Supportive
Raw
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Recovery Reimagined
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- Travis shares his descent into alcoholism and drug abuse, using substances to cope with his inner turmoil
- He candidly recounts hitting rock bottom and contemplating suicide, revealing the immense toll addiction took on his life
- A chance call to a fellow alcoholic saved Travis from relapse, igniting his path to recovery
- Travis emphasizes the life-changing impact of working through the 12 steps, rebuilding relationships, and finding fulfillment in helping others
- His remarkable story serves as an inspiring testament to the possibilities of recovery and the enduring power of connection and support
The greatest gift that I have been given is the gift of completing all 12 steps. Don't leave till the miracle happens. Every life still happens. And, man, I'll tell you, a life without serving others is a very unfulfilling life.
Travis Y. joins Dion Miller on RAW Recovery for a heartfelt and raw conversation about his journey through addiction and into recovery. Travis, an engaging and open individual, dives deep into his past, sharing stories of early fame that spiraled into family turmoil and substance abuse. He doesn't shy away from the dark moments, candidly recounting how alcohol and drugs became his crutch, leading him to a point where he contemplated ending his life.
His honesty is both harrowing and inspiring, painting a vivid picture of the toll addiction took on him and those around him. However, Travis's story isn't just about the lows. A fortuitous call to a fellow alcoholic marked the beginning of his recovery journey. He speaks passionately about the transformative power of the 12-step program, rebuilding fractured relationships, and finding a new purpose in helping others.
This episode is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the profound impact that support and connection can have on one's path to sobriety. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for a story of hope and redemption, Travis's journey offers valuable insights and inspiration.