Pride Institute
Pride Institute
If you go to the barbershop enough, you’re gonna get a haircut
If you go to the barbershop enough, you’re gonna get a haircut
If you go to the barbershop enough, you’re gonna get a haircut
Thursday 5th May 2022
Listen to Tom's inspiring journey through addiction, recovery, and self-acceptance in the LGBTQ+ community on 'Proud Voices'.
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22 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!Tom's Story: Finding Sobriety and Self-Acceptance in the LGBTQ+ Community
And we talked about simply lately, about self-centered fear and how it's the chief activator of character defects and that kind of thing. And what we don't do out of love, we are doing out of fear.
Tom's journey through addiction and recovery is a compelling tale of resilience and self-discovery. Having battled substance use for over three decades, Tom opens up about his struggle with crystal meth addiction and the profound impact of shame on his sobriety. With ten years of sobriety followed by a relapse, Tom's story highlights the rollercoaster of emotions and challenges faced by many in the LGBTQ+ community.
In this episode of 'Proud Voices', co-hosts Kaylee Hoaby and Luke Miller dive deep into Tom's experiences, exploring how addressing his sexual identity became a pivotal part of his recovery process. Tom credits 'The Velvet Rage' as a transformative book that helped him feel seen for the first time in his life. His candid discussion about the importance of beginner meetings and seeking help offers a beacon of hope for those grappling with similar issues.
As Tom wisely notes, 'What we don't do out of love, we are doing out of fear'. Tune in to hear Tom's inspiring journey and learn about the power of community and self-acceptance in overcoming addiction.