Kristen

Remember Your Why

Kristen

  • How did I even deal with life being impaired, because life itself is hard in general. How did I do this drunk & high?

How did I even deal with life being impaired, because life itself is hard in general. How did I do this drunk & high?

Thursday 14th March 2024

Vince shares his 40-year battle with addiction and how he found peace and clarity in sobriety. A heartfelt conversation on recovery and resilience.
Explicit
40 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Supportive
Healing

About this podcast

Remember Your Why
Author:
Kristen
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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From Darkness to Light: Vince's Journey to Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Vince's 40-year struggle with addiction started as a way to cope with childhood trauma.
  • He shares the physical and emotional toll his addiction took on him.
  • Vince highlights the simple joys he's rediscovered in sobriety.
  • The importance of a support system and daily practices in recovery.
  • Finding peace and clarity through spirituality and self-reflection.
I wish there's a word bigger than grateful for having the second chance at life
Ever wondered how someone copes with life while being impaired by drugs and alcohol? In this episode of 'Remember Your Why', Vince shares his raw and inspiring journey from a life marred by addiction to one filled with clarity and peace. Sober since 2022, Vince opens up about his 40-year struggle with substance abuse, which began as a way to escape childhood trauma and loss.
His story is a powerful testament to the human spirit's resilience and the beauty of sobriety. Vince recounts the darkest moments of his addiction, including the physical toll it took on him and the emotional turmoil he faced. He also highlights the simple joys he's rediscovered in sobriety, like appreciating nature and cherishing friendships. This episode is a heartfelt conversation that offers hope and insight into the recovery process.
If you're on your own journey or supporting someone who is, Vince's story is a must-listen for its honesty and the lessons it imparts. Tune in to hear how he found peace and what keeps him going every day.