Dennis Berry
Dennis Berry
Gordie Bufton | The Connection Effect | Funky Brain Podcast | Dennis Berry
Gordie Bufton | The Connection Effect | Funky Brain Podcast | Dennis Berry
Gordie Bufton | The Connection Effect | Funky Brain Podcast | Dennis Berry
Wednesday 10th June 2020
Gordie Bufton discusses overcoming addiction and finding purpose through human connection on The Funky Brain Business Podcast with Dennis Berry.
21 minutes
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Empowering
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Dennis Berry
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
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Get the buttons here!Gordie Bufton: From Addiction to Connection and Purpose
We need that human contact and we can't have it. Connect, because we're gonna have to solve these problems together.
Imagine hitting rock bottom and then finding a way to climb back up, stronger and more connected than ever. That's exactly what Gordie Bufton has done, and he shares his incredible journey on The Funky Brain Business Podcast with Dennis Berry. Gordie, an award-winning international speaker and author, opens up about his past struggles with addiction and how he turned his life around by focusing on human connection and personal goals.
His story is not just about overcoming addiction but also about discovering the essence of self-love and purpose. Gordie's journey began in a dark place, including a stint in a psych ward after a suicide attempt. From there, he went through treatment and poured his experiences into his first memoir, 'Eluding Reality'. He highlights the critical role of human connection, especially during times of isolation like the pandemic.
One of the ways Gordie stays connected to himself is by setting ambitious fitness goals, such as running the rim-to-rim of the Grand Canyon. He also talks about the importance of becoming your own best friend. 'When I was using and doing all the craziness that I was, I wasn't best friends with myself,' he says.
'I loathed myself and didn't know how to handle that pain.' His book, 'The Connection Effect', offers practical advice and exercises to help others find purpose and connection in their own lives. Gordie’s story is both inspiring and practical, offering hope to anyone struggling with addiction or looking for deeper meaning in life.