Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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From Struggle to Strength: Phil Valentine's Journey Through Addiction and Recovery | Recovery Matters Podcast Ep. 114
From Struggle to Strength: Phil Valentine's Journey Through Addiction and Recovery | Recovery Matters Podcast Ep. 114
From Struggle to Strength: Phil Valentine's Journey Through Addiction and Recovery | Recovery Matters Podcast Ep. 114
Tuesday 28th March 2023
Phil Valentine shares his journey from addiction struggles to finding strength in recovery on 'Recovery Matters! Podcast'.
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Don Smith, Phillip Valentine, Sandy Valentine, Melvin Cabrera
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Get the buttons here!Phil Valentine: Turning Struggles into Strength on the Road to Recovery
I think at our worst moments we just got really silent, really kind of like repeating, like what my household was growing up, and sandy would say it was probably like what her household was.
Phil Valentine, host of the 'Recovery Matters! Podcast', takes the hot seat in this episode, sharing his deeply personal journey through addiction and recovery. Growing up in Manchester, Connecticut, Phil faced numerous challenges that shaped his path. From struggling with alcohol and drug use during his college years to battling a severe cocaine addiction, Phil opens up about the toll these substances took on his academic performance, relationships, and overall health. But his story isn't just about struggle—it's about transformation.
Phil discusses how faith became a cornerstone of his recovery and the pivotal role of building a supportive recovery community. He also touches on the importance of emotional intelligence in navigating the ups and downs of recovery. This episode is a candid look at the highs and lows of addiction, offering hope and insight to anyone facing similar battles. Tune in to hear Phil's story and find inspiration in his resilience.