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Podcast Recovery
Podcast Recovery
Howard S. - God Speaks Through People
Howard S. - God Speaks Through People
Monday 2nd December 2024
Howard S. shares his journey from childhood drinking to over three decades of sobriety, highlighting the power of community and gratitude.
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77 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Supportive
Engaging
About this podcast
Overview:
Podcast Recovery is a forerunner in digitally accessible addiction recovery support. We contribute education and awareness by highlighting the diversity in the lives of recovering addicts, to show tha...(view more)
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Howard shares his journey from childhood drinking to sobriety.
- He emphasises the importance of community support in recovery.
- Howard discusses bringing his children to meetings to provide them with a realistic view of addiction and recovery.
- He highlights the significance of letting go of resentment and embracing gratitude.
- Howard's story showcases the transformative power of recovery.
You never have to do this alone. Always ask for help, and that's the biggest hurdle I found for me.
In this episode of Podcast Recovery, Howard S. opens up about his journey from a childhood surrounded by alcohol to finding solace and purpose in recovery. Howard shares his story with a mix of humour and raw honesty, making it both relatable and inspiring. He recounts his early introduction to alcohol at family gatherings, where drinking was considered normal, and his subsequent descent into substance abuse during his teenage years.
His tale takes a turn when he finally finds recovery at the age of 19, after a few false starts. Howard's clean date is February 23rd, 1987, marking over three decades of sobriety. He attributes his success to the support of his recovery community and the power of asking for help. Howard also touches on the importance of bringing his children to meetings, providing them with a realistic view of addiction and recovery.
His positive outlook and genuine love for life shine through as he discusses the importance of letting go of resentment and embracing gratitude. Howard's story is a testament to the transformative power of recovery and the strength found in community. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and hope.