Nick Morton: comedian, filmmaker, addict in recovery
Nick Morton: comedian, filmmaker, addict in recovery
Episode 89 - Patti Clark
Episode 89 - Patti Clark
Episode 89 - Patti Clark
Tuesday 10th December 2024
Patti Clark shares her story of overcoming addiction, relapse, and finding her way back to sobriety in this compelling episode of The Drunkalogues.
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42 minutes
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Hopeful
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Nick Morton: comedian, filmmaker, addict in recovery
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Episode Overview
- Patti Clark overcame a tumultuous childhood marked by absentee parents.
- A tarot card reader helped Patti recognise her addiction.
- She maintained sobriety for 13 years before relapsing.
- Patti's new book, Recovery Road Trip, combines narrative with practical exercises.
- Her story highlights the importance of finding purpose and connection in recovery.
If you stay here, you will die. Get out.
Patti Clark's journey from a chaotic childhood in Redwood City to sobriety is nothing short of remarkable. In this episode of The Drunkalogues, hosted by Nick Morton, Patti opens up about her turbulent past, marked by absentee parents and an environment where alcohol and drugs were readily available. Despite these challenges, Patti's intelligence and determination saw her through high school and into a good college.
Her story takes a turn when a tarot card reader helps her acknowledge her addiction, leading to 13 years of sobriety during which she raised her children with the stability she never had. However, after 13 years, Patti relapsed and spent another 13 years battling alcohol before finding her way back to sobriety.
Now, she shares her experiences and insights in her new book, Recovery Road Trip, which combines narrative and practical exercises to help others on their path to recovery. This episode is filled with candid reflections, humorous anecdotes, and heartfelt moments that highlight the resilience and strength needed to overcome addiction. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, Patti's story offers hope and inspiration.
Tune in to hear how she navigated the ups and downs of addiction and emerged stronger, with valuable lessons to share.