Bradley Saxon

SOBER: The Podcast

Bradley Saxon

  • It's okay to not be okay Ep | 13

It's okay to not be okay Ep | 13

Monday 2nd October 2023

Bradley Saxon discusses mental health's impact on addiction recovery, breaking stigmas, and finding hope through professional guidance and spiritual healing.
28 minutes
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SOBER: The Podcast
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Bradley Saxon
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
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It's Okay to Not Be Okay: Bradley's Honest Take on Mental Health in Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Understanding the difference between circumstantial and clinical anxiety and depression
  • Seeking support and embracing the journey of managing mental health conditions
  • Breaking stigmas and seeking professional guidance for mental illness
  • Finding hope and healing through spiritual and mental well-being
  • Highlighting the significance of support and openness in addiction recovery
Freedom is not the absence of the vice, right. Freedom is not the absence of drugs, alcohol, gambling, you know, pornography, this relationship, that job, you know, being poor or whatever the case may be. Freedom is the presence of someone. Right. It's not about getting those things out of your life. It's about getting Jesus in your life, which allows those things to begin to disappear.
Feeling like you're drowning in the weight of mental health struggles while trying to stay sober? You're not alone. In this heartfelt episode of 'SOBER: The Podcast', host Bradley Saxon opens up about his personal battle with mental health and how it has shaped his recovery journey. Bradley doesn't just skim the surface; he dives into the gritty details of his experience with panic disorder and the difference between circumstantial and clinical anxiety and depression.
He sheds light on the importance of recognizing these differences and how addressing the root causes can pave the way for true healing. Through his candid storytelling, Bradley breaks down the stigma surrounding mental health issues, especially in the context of addiction recovery. He talks about seeking medical help, embracing professional guidance, and the role of spiritual and mental healing in finding freedom.
Whether you're struggling with your own mental health, supporting a loved one, or are part of the recovery community, Bradley's insights offer a beacon of hope and a reminder that it's okay to seek help and take one step at a time towards healing.