Pride Institute
Pride Institute
I wouldn’t change a thing... Okay maybe some things I’d change
I wouldn’t change a thing... Okay maybe some things I’d change
I wouldn’t change a thing... Okay maybe some things I’d change
Thursday 19th May 2022
Wright discusses his path to sobriety after a life-changing ultimatum, highlighting LGBTQ+ recovery challenges and supportive communities on Proud Voices.
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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!Wright's Journey: From Ultimatums to Sobriety in the LGBTQ+ Community
I never knew that the LGBTQIA population was so diverse. I knew that I was going to need more treatment because I wasn't. Looking back, I know that I couldn't do it moving forward.
Growing up in Texas, Wright faced the tough challenge of coming to terms with his sexual identity. It wasn't until he moved to Denver and received a life-changing ultimatum from his boss that he began his path to sobriety. In this episode of Proud Voices, co-hosts Kaylee Hoaby and Luke Miller sit down with Wright to discuss his inspiring journey.
Wright talks about the difficult decision between going to treatment or losing his job, a moment he now credits as a turning point in his life. Since returning to Pride Institute, Wright has been sober since October 2019, despite relapses and multiple treatments along the way. This episode doesn't shy away from the unique struggles faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in recovery. Wright and the hosts delve into the stigma and the importance of finding a supportive community.
They also touch on changes in sober housing deposits and how seeing others live authentically inspired Wright. The conversation highlights the critical role employers can play in supporting their employees' recovery journeys. Listeners will find this episode both heartwarming and informative, offering a candid look at the complexities of addiction and recovery within the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you're seeking inspiration or understanding, Wright's story is a powerful reminder that help is available and sobriety is possible.