Ron Isherwood

The Truth About Addiction

Ron Isherwood

  • Ep67. Sober Junkie, the tenacious motivator and multifaceted musician

Ep67. Sober Junkie, the tenacious motivator and multifaceted musician

Friday 21st July 2023

Listen to Sober Junkie's inspiring journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting the power of resilience and the importance of positive support.
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33 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Raw
Hopeful
Transformative

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The Truth About Addiction
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Ron Isherwood
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Sober Junkie: Music, Recovery, and a Life Reclaimed

Episode Overview

  • Sober Junkie shares his family's generational addiction and his own battle with painkillers and heroin.
  • He highlights the pivotal moments that led him to find recovery through A.A. meetings, music, and a supportive sponsor.
  • Despite challenges like a car accident and prison time, Sober Junkie emphasizes the power of resilience and the transformative nature of his recovery journey.
  • He underscores the importance of seeking support, staying connected to positive influences, and embracing a healing mindset.
  • Sober Junkie's unwavering commitment to sharing his story serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration, offering a message of strength, perseverance, and the possibility of reclaiming one's life.
If it's not positive, nurturing, and encouraging, piss it off. You don't got to change anything, you got to change everything. - Sober Junkie
Imagine facing the weight of generational addiction and emerging as a beacon of hope. That's exactly what Sober Junkie, a proud Indigenous American and gifted musician, has done. In this episode of 'The Truth About Addiction', host Ron Isherwood sits down with Sober Junkie to unravel his remarkable journey from the depths of substance abuse to a life of sobriety and purpose.
From his first encounter with painkillers to battling heroin addiction, Sober Junkie’s story is one of raw honesty and resilience. He opens up about the pivotal moments that led him to recovery, including finding support through A.A. meetings and a life-changing connection with his music producer and sponsor. Despite facing numerous hurdles, including a car accident and time in prison, Sober Junkie emphasizes the importance of staying connected to positive influences and maintaining a healing mindset.
His dedication to sharing his experiences through music and social media serves as a powerful message of hope and strength for others facing similar struggles. Tune in to hear how Sober Junkie uses his platform to inspire and support others, and learn about his ongoing projects, including writing a book and creating music that resonates with messages of hope and perseverance.