Ian Harris: A Journey of Recovery and Peer Support
Episode Overview
Openness about struggles can create opportunities to help others. Maintaining sobriety requires constant effort and vigilance. Peer support plays a crucial role in recovery. Balancing work and personal life is essential for long-term recovery. Community support can significantly impact one's recovery journey.
If I was going to do this thing, I was going to do it wide open.
Ian Harris joins Matt and the gang in this heartfelt episode of Crosstalk. Ian, a friend and colleague of the hosts, opens up about his journey through addiction and recovery, sharing raw and honest reflections. He talks about his early struggles with substance use, the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, and his experiences at Centrepoint. Ian's candidness about his past and his ongoing commitment to helping others in recovery is both inspiring and relatable.
He emphasises the importance of being open about one's struggles, as it can create opportunities to support others. Ian also touches on the challenges of maintaining sobriety and the constant effort required to stay on track. This episode is a testament to the power of peer support and the impact it can have on someone's recovery journey. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, Ian's story offers valuable insights and hope.