Finding Belonging: Nate Kelly's Journey with Angela Pugh
I knew that this enormous part of myself was a secret and this enormous part of who I was to the core I was not able to share with anyone else. And I guess, to answer your question, that is what helped me to realize that a I wasn't going to be able just to put the bottle down and stop on myself, and that b this was a much larger issue that I needed to look into and work with my therapist to uncover and work on for the rest of my life.
Ever felt like a square peg in a round hole? Nate Kelly knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of Addiction Unlimited, host Angela Pugh sits down with Nate to unravel his quest for belonging and how it led him down the path of alcohol dependence. Nate opens up about using alcohol as a social lubricant, trying to fit in, and the eventual realization that he needed help to break free from its grip.
Angela and Nate discuss the ups and downs of navigating life when you feel out of place, especially in a society that often glamorizes drinking. They also touch on the impact of media and pop culture on our perceptions of addiction and recovery. Whether you've ever felt like you don't quite fit in or you're grappling with your own relationship with alcohol, this episode offers relatable stories and practical advice.
Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that might just help you find your own sense of belonging.