From Heroin to Healing: Jeremy Melloul's Journey of Recovery and Giving Back
The most important thing about all that is that I don't get high right, I don't get high and I don't get drunk. I pick up the phone, I call people in the program, I go to a meeting.
What happens when a young man trades a heroin needle for a sewing needle? In this heartening episode of 'Hopestream', Brenda Zane sits down with Jeremy Melloul, who shares his extraordinary story of addiction, recovery, and giving back. Jeremy, from an ambitious immigrant family, found solace in alcohol at just 11 years old. His journey spiraled into a painful battle with addiction, leading him to survive on Twizzlers, peanut butter cups, and heroin. But his story doesn't end there.
Today, Jeremy is a social entrepreneur and the founder of MOLT Clothing and the podcast 'MOLT Afflictions', dedicated to supporting those struggling with addiction. Jeremy talks about the pivotal moments in his recovery, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and the role it plays in long-term sobriety. He shares how creating more than just a brand with MOLT Clothing has been a crucial part of his healing process.
The episode dives into the significance of a morning routine that grounds his day and how stoicism has become a guiding philosophy in his life. Listeners will find hope in Jeremy's narrative as he discusses the impact of family culture on addiction and the benefits of reducing stigma around sobriety. His story is a testament to the power of self-care, support groups, and the possibility of mending broken family relationships.
If you're looking for an inspiring tale of transformation and the human spirit's resilience, this episode is a must-listen.