Daniel Unmanageable
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From the street to Executive Director. Earl Thiessen tells his story.
From the street to Executive Director. Earl Thiessen tells his story.
From the street to Executive Director. Earl Thiessen tells his story.
Wednesday 10th November 2021
Earl Thiessen shares his journey from homelessness and addiction to leading The Oxford House Foundation of Canada. Listen on Hard Knox Talks.
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Daniel Unmanageable
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!Earl Thiessen: From Homelessness to Leading a Recovery Movement
Recovery is possible regardless of how you get there... We need to provide that healing space for our people.
Imagine hitting rock bottom and then finding the strength to climb back up. That's exactly what Earl Thiessen did. Once a promising wrestler in Saskatoon, Earl's life took a dark turn due to addiction, leading him to homelessness for seven years. His story is raw and real, filled with harrowing moments like being beaten by police and facing multiple charges. But it’s also a tale of redemption.
Earl speaks candidly about the 'gift of desperation' that finally pushed him to seek help. Now, he stands as the Executive Director of The Oxford House Foundation of Canada, a beacon of hope for many. Earl's journey underscores the importance of community and cultural support in recovery. He emphasizes that no matter how dire the situation, recovery is always within reach. Through his work, he provides housing and counseling to those in need, showing that transformation is possible.
Tune in to hear Earl's powerful story of resilience and hope on Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.