Jake and J'
Jake and J'
Episode 12: Movin' on up!
Episode 12: Movin' on up!
Episode 12: Movin' on up!
Wednesday 7th July 2021
Jake and J' share their experiences with moving, renting, and recovery, offering practical tips and heartfelt stories.
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Recovery from Trauma
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Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Finding Home: Jake and J' on Moving, Renting, and Recovery
I didn't really recognize what stability was until I started to get clean, and when I got clean, I got my first apartment by myself and that was like the most euphoric feeling I've ever felt.
Ever wondered how moving and finding stable housing can impact recovery? In this heartfelt episode of 'Stressful, but Successful', chefs Jake and J' invite their fiancées to join the conversation. They open up about their personal journeys from instability to creating a sense of home, even when life was at its toughest. Before getting clean, both Jake and J' experienced the chaos of addiction, often moving from place to place without a stable roof over their heads.
It wasn't until they embraced recovery that they started to understand the importance of having a home, no matter how temporary it might be. Jake fondly recalls how his mom could transform any space into a cozy home with simple decorations and paintings. Finding stable housing in recovery, however, is no walk in the park.
Jake and J' share their struggles with the rental process, from convincing landlords to give them a chance despite their pasts to dealing with challenging roommates. Jake admits he wasn't always the easiest person to live with, but getting his own apartment after getting clean was one of the most euphoric moments of his life. The episode is packed with practical advice for anyone facing similar challenges.
They discuss taking pictures before moving in to avoid disputes with landlords, shopping for loans within a day to minimize credit checks, and considering factors like parking before signing a lease. Beyond the practical tips, Jake and J' emphasize the importance of support networks—whether family, friends, or support groups—in maintaining stability. They highlight how finding comfort in discomfort and perseverance can help achieve long-term goals.
Tune in to hear their candid stories and gain insights that might just help you or someone you know on the path to recovery.