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Episode 48: Conversation with Alex Green
Episode 48: Conversation with Alex Green
Episode 48: Conversation with Alex Green
Tuesday 20th September 2022
Former NFL player Alex Green talks with Becca about his path to sobriety, the challenges of sharing his story, and how being an athlete shaped his recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Alex Green: From NFL Stardom to Sobriety - A Candid Conversation
I take pride in being sober because I'm able to communicate properly and really tap and be more in tune with myself. It's night and day, you know, I mean I wake up nowadays and sometimes I be tired, a little sluggish, but I always think to myself: man, if I was drinking last night, how tired would I be?
What happens when a professional athlete faces the battle of addiction head-on? In this episode of 'The Unashamed Alcoholic', former NFL running back Alex Green sits down with Becca to share his raw and inspiring journey to sobriety. Known for his time with the New York Jets, Green Bay Packers, and Hamilton Tiger Cats, Alex opens up about the highs and lows of his career and how it intertwined with his struggle with addiction.
He dives into the reasons behind his decision to go public with his story, revealing the emotional depths of hitting rock bottom and the powerful transformation that followed. Alex discusses how being an athlete influenced his recovery, the backlash he faced for sharing his journey, and the significance of vulnerability in overcoming addiction. This conversation is a testament to resilience, highlighting the importance of staying present and embracing one's mistakes as part of the healing process.
Tune in for an honest dialogue that sheds light on the realities of addiction and the hope found in recovery.