Pej Alaghamandan
Pej Alaghamandan
He Went From Living On Skid Row To Being A Sober Father!
He Went From Living On Skid Row To Being A Sober Father!
He Went From Living On Skid Row To Being A Sober Father!
Saturday 9th April 2022
Patt's journey from Skid Row to sober fatherhood on 'Peji's Recovery Corner' is a testament to resilience and hope.
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Pej Alaghamandan
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!From Skid Row to Sober Dad: Patt's Path to Recovery
Addicts/ Alcoholics, never give up. There is hope and there is recovery!
Picture this: a man weighing just 98 pounds, unwashed for six months, wearing mismatched shoes, and living on Skid Row. That was Patt on October 23rd, 2002. Fast forward to today, and he's a sober father with a remarkable story of transformation. In this episode of 'Peji's Recovery Corner', host Pej Alaghamandan sits down with Patt to uncover his journey from the depths of addiction to the heights of fatherhood and sobriety.
Patt's tale is one of resilience, spirituality, and the power of human connection. Patt opens up about his early life filled with uncertainty and lies about his father’s identity. Struggling in school, he turned to drugs and alcohol as an escape, which led him down a dark path that ended on Skid Row. But it wasn't the end for Patt. He found a spiritual defense mechanism that blocked his urge to drink and use drugs.
This newfound spirituality guided him to mentors who played crucial roles in his recovery. Throughout the episode, Patt and Pej discuss the multifaceted challenges of addiction. From high-risk situations to complicated relationships, Patt doesn't shy away from sharing his experiences. He talks about infidelity and its impact on his family, highlighting the importance of honesty and forgiveness in his recovery journey. Gratitude plays a significant role in Patt's life now.
He emphasizes how being thankful has helped him stay sober and maintain a positive outlook. Spirituality and intuition are also central themes in his story. Patt believes that listening to his inner voice and embracing his feminine qualities were key steps in overcoming his addiction. Patt’s story is a powerful reminder that no matter how low one might sink, there's always hope for recovery.
His transformation from a man on Skid Row to a sober father showcases the incredible resilience of the human spirit. Tune in to this episode of 'Peji's Recovery Corner' for an inspiring conversation that underscores the possibility of redemption and the enduring power of hope.