Hosted By: ZO
Hosted By: ZO
Explanation of Addiction
Explanation of Addiction
Explanation of Addiction
Monday 30th October 2023
Join ZO as he shares his 13-year battle with cocaine addiction, homelessness, and a unique recovery path in this raw and powerful episode.
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56 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- ZO recounts his 13-year battle with cocaine addiction, from experimentation to dependency.
- The episode highlights the financial, physical, and emotional toll of addiction, including the loss of personal relationships and professional struggles.
- ZO discusses his dissatisfaction with traditional 30-day in-house treatments and 12-step programs, advocating for more individualized recovery approaches.
- The 'fpa program' is introduced as an innovative approach to recovery, focusing on the neurobiology of addiction and the journey towards sobriety.
- ZO provides a raw and unapologetic insight into the complexities of addiction and the arduous path to recovery.
I was homeless for five years well okay i was the reason okay the the foundation of my of me being homeless is because i was doing drugs but i didn't want to accept it all right so but that's that's the that's the reason of it but i made it work for myself so i i started driving a truck because i was like i'm homeless anyway so i might as well get cdl and drive in the truck sleeping fucking truck i mean that is that is addiction thinking 101 right there you're like oh how can i get myself how can i get myself a mobile home and a job to buy my drugs to sleep in?
Imagine battling cocaine addiction for 13 years, only to find yourself homeless and grappling with the harsh realities of dependency. In this gripping episode, ZO opens up about his tumultuous journey through addiction. He doesn't hold back as he recounts his descent from casual experimentation to full-blown dependency, all while trying to maintain a semblance of normalcy. Raised in a stable home, ZO initially had no idea how insidious addiction could be.
His story takes a dark turn as he describes the five years he spent homeless, unable to face the truth of his situation. Despite numerous attempts at traditional rehab, ZO found himself disillusioned with 30-day programs and 12-step meetings. He shares his frustration and the eventual realization that he needed a more personalized approach to recovery. Enter the 'fpa program', an innovative method focusing on the neurobiology of addiction and tailored to individual needs.
ZO's candid reflections also touch on the financial ruin, physical deterioration, and emotional devastation that addiction brought into his life. Personal relationships crumbled, and his professional life suffered immensely. Yet, amid the chaos, ZO found the strength to pen an ebook inspired by his experiences, offering a beacon of hope for others in similar situations. This episode is a raw and unapologetic dive into the complexities of addiction and the arduous journey toward sobriety.
It's a must-listen for anyone seeking an unfiltered look at the reality of substance abuse and recovery.