From Darkness to Light: Duncan's Sobriety Journey
Episode Overview
Duncan shares his journey from decades of substance abuse to sobriety. He discusses the challenges and rewards of early sobriety. Duncan reflects on how addiction impacted his relationships, especially with his wife. He highlights the importance of self-love and overcoming self-loathing in recovery. Duncan emphasises that sobriety allows him to truly live and appreciate life.
Great is one of those little words that doesn't even begin to cover what I feel about my sobriety
In this heartwarming episode of 'Remember Your Why', host Kristen welcomes Duncan, who shares his powerful journey from addiction to sobriety. Duncan opens up about his struggles with alcohol and drugs, recounting how he started using substances in his teenage years and continued for decades. His story is both raw and inspiring, filled with moments of darkness and eventual triumph.
Duncan describes how his life was a haze of substance abuse, yet he found a way out and now feels more alive than ever. He talks about the challenges of early sobriety, likening it to passing through a difficult doorway but finding a whole new world on the other side. Duncan's candid reflections on his past, including a humorous yet sobering tale of being arrested at Kensington Palace, add a touch of lightness to the serious subject matter.
His relationship with his wife, Karina, is a testament to the power of love and perseverance, as they navigated the turbulent waters of addiction together. Now, in sobriety, their bond is stronger than ever. Duncan's message is clear: sobriety is a gift that keeps on giving, allowing him to truly live and appreciate life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking hope and inspiration on their own recovery journey.
Duncan's story reminds us all that no matter how deep the struggle, there's always a way out, and the rewards on the other side are worth every effort.