Ed McDonough

Hope Dealer

Ed McDonough

  • Hope Dealer Episode 19

Hope Dealer Episode 19

Tuesday 31st March 2020

Ed McDonough and Joe Kennedy discuss the first step of the 12-step recovery program, sharing personal stories about admitting powerlessness and finding strength.
34 minutes
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Hope Dealer
Author:
Ed McDonough
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Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Finding Strength in Surrender: Ed McDonough and Joe Kennedy on the First Step to Recovery

I don't want to go back to the point where, like, my life is unmanageable again and like I have to wake up every day, like wanting to get high, like and people, you know, I best-case scenario, like, I was not afraid of that, as bad as that sounds, yeah, so, like that didn't deter me, but it was all the other feelings and stuff.
What does it really take to admit powerlessness over addiction? In this episode of 'Hope Dealer', host Ed McDonough sits down with Joe Kennedy, a GateHouse alumnus and recovery program coordinator, to share their personal experiences with the first step of the 12-step recovery program. Ed and Joe dive deep into their journeys, revealing the moments they realized their lives were unmanageable and the pivotal decision to surrender.
They discuss the emotional rollercoaster of hitting rock bottom, battling mental obsession, and the daily struggles of staying sober. With raw honesty, they explore how tolerance and empathy played crucial roles in their recovery process. Whether you're new to sobriety or supporting someone on their journey, this episode offers heartfelt insights and practical advice on finding what works for you.
Tune in for an engaging conversation that sheds light on the transformative power of admitting powerlessness and embracing the path to recovery.