Tyelur Watkins & John Sadkin-DeLaGarza
Tyelur Watkins & John Sadkin-DeLaGarza
Episode 21: Richie Finnell | From Rock Bottom To Entrepreneur | Getting Sober Young
Episode 21: Richie Finnell | From Rock Bottom To Entrepreneur | Getting Sober Young
Episode 21: Richie Finnell | From Rock Bottom To Entrepreneur | Getting Sober Young
Monday 4th March 2024
Richie Finnell shares his journey from addiction to entrepreneurship, offering practical advice and inspiring resilience in overcoming life's toughest challenges.
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73 minutes
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Tyelur Watkins & John Sadkin-DeLaGarza
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Episode Overview
- Richie Finnell's early exposure to drugs led to severe addiction.
- Breaking his leg at 14 and being prescribed painkillers worsened his dependency.
- Facing legal troubles and potential life sentences marked his lowest points.
- Therapy and cognitive behavioural programs played a crucial role in his recovery.
- Richie's resilience led him to start a successful car audio business.
If you truly want something, you'll do what it takes to make it happen.
Richie Finnell's journey from addiction to entrepreneurship is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Richie opens up about his tumultuous past, including early drug use and run-ins with the law. His story begins with experimenting with drugs at a young age, which eventually led to severe addiction and legal troubles. Richie recounts the turning points in his life, like breaking his leg at 14 and being prescribed painkillers, which fueled his dependency.
His darkest moments included selling drugs, facing potential life sentences, and dealing with harrowing withdrawals in jail. However, Richie's tale isn't just about hitting rock bottom. It's about the incredible resilience and determination it took to turn his life around. He shares how therapy and cognitive behavioural programs helped him find a new path. Richie also talks about the challenges of starting over, working at a car wash, and eventually venturing into the world of car audio entrepreneurship.
His business, Vibration Audio, is now thriving, and he attributes his success to sheer grit and a willingness to face uncomfortable situations head-on. What makes Richie's story compelling is his raw honesty and the practical advice he offers for overcoming adversity. From coping mechanisms like hitting the gym to the importance of taking risks, Richie provides valuable insights for anyone struggling with addiction or looking to make a significant life change.
His journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and the belief that it's never too late to start anew. If you're seeking motivation or need a reminder that change is possible, this episode is a must-listen. Richie's story will leave you feeling hopeful and ready to tackle your own challenges head-on.