Pride Institute
Pride Institute
I came here because I was desperate for community
I came here because I was desperate for community
I came here because I was desperate for community
Thursday 24th February 2022
Gavin's journey to sobriety highlights the importance of community support within the LGBTQ+ recovery community. Listen to his inspiring story.
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23 minutes
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Categories:
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!Gavin's Journey: Finding Belonging and Sobriety in the LGBTQ+ Community
When I moved here, I was coming from somewhere where I was desperate for my community because I had been taken out of my community for so long, and the first it was like the first. I've never seen anything like this before...
What drives someone to seek out a community? For Gavin, it was a desperate need for connection and understanding. Having battled drug addiction in his early 20s and later relapsing with alcohol, Gavin found himself searching for a place where he could truly belong. His journey led him from Atlanta, Georgia, to the Pride Institute in Minnesota, where he discovered a thriving LGBTQIA+ recovery community that offered the support he needed.
In this episode of 'Proud Voices', co-hosts Kaylee Hoaby and Luke Miller sit down with Gavin to explore his path to sobriety and the pivotal role community played in his recovery. Gavin opens up about his experiences in the cosmetology industry, where he often worked with clients who were also navigating their own recovery journeys. He shares candid insights into the pressures of seeking external validation, especially in Hollywood, and how these experiences shaped his understanding of self-worth and sobriety.
Gavin's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding a sense of belonging and purpose within a supportive network. Staying in Minnesota post-treatment was a deliberate choice for Gavin. He wanted to remain close to the vibrant LGBTQIA+ recovery community that had become his lifeline. Since November 2015, Gavin has maintained his sobriety, crediting much of his success to the strong support systems he found at Pride Institute and within the broader community.
This episode is a heartfelt conversation that highlights the importance of community and connection in the recovery process. Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or simply seeking inspiration for your own journey, Gavin's story offers valuable insights and encouragement. Tune in to hear how one man's search for belonging led to a life of sobriety and fulfillment.