Nelson H.
Nelson H.
If my old BlackBerry could talk...
If my old BlackBerry could talk...
If my old BlackBerry could talk...
Tuesday 2nd May 2023
Nelson H. shares his raw journey to sobriety, debunking 'Hollywood' myths about addiction in this heartfelt episode of 'LOL Sober'.
5 minutes
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Author:
Nelson H.
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Comedic Journeys
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Episode Overview
- The host challenges the 'Hollywood ending' misconception of addiction, highlighting the prolonged struggle of finding recovery.
- Shares the impact of having a Blackberry during the last year of addiction, recounting the distressing emails sent to himself in moments of desperation.
- Reflects on the sense of failure and the journey to ultimately finding sobriety, leaving behind the distressing reminders of addiction.
- Offers a raw and honest perspective on the complexities of addiction and the path to recovery, debunking misconceptions often portrayed in media.
- Emphasizes the commonality of prolonged struggles in real life, contrasting it with the sensationalized depictions of addiction in movies.
My bottom was alone in my basement, sad and wasted for like a thousand days in a row, telling myself that I can't go on like this and then doing it again. And I think that sort of bottom is more common in real life than what movies show where they show you like a fiery car crash.
Ever wondered if the dramatic 'Hollywood' moments you see in movies about addiction are real? In this episode of 'LOL Sober', Nelson H. dives deep into the gritty reality of his own journey to sobriety. Forget the over-the-top car crashes and tearful interventions; Nelson's story is about the quiet, lonely moments that truly define the struggle with addiction. Picture him, alone in his basement, sending desperate emails to himself on an old BlackBerry.
It's raw, it's real, and it's far from glamorous. Nelson opens up about the misconception that you need a big, dramatic event to hit rock bottom. For him, it was a series of smaller, heartbreaking moments that led him to seek recovery. Through his candid storytelling and unique humor, Nelson paints a vivid picture of what it really means to battle addiction and find a path to sobriety.
If you're looking for an honest, heartfelt take on recovery that will make you laugh and cry, this episode is a must-listen.