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Jeff Cook On How The Barstool Fund Saved His Life
Jeff Cook On How The Barstool Fund Saved His Life
Jeff Cook On How The Barstool Fund Saved His Life
Monday 12th December 2022
Listen to Jeff Cook discuss his path to sobriety and how the Barstool Fund and FOJ community changed his life on 'Friend of Jerry'.
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Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Jeff Cook's Road to Sobriety and the Lifeline of the Barstool Fund
That group, I know, wholeheartedly saved my life and it's going to save people that join it and enter it.
What happens when a small business owner faces the dual challenge of battling addiction while trying to keep his company afloat? In this episode of 'Friend of Jerry', Jeff Cook, the owner of Dough Boy Fresh Pretzel Company in Baltimore, Maryland, opens up about his deeply personal journey to sobriety.
Jeff’s story is a rollercoaster of highs and lows, from the depths of alcohol dependency to the life-changing support he found through the Barstool Fund and the Friend of Jerry (FOJ) community. Jeff candidly discusses how his drinking habits spiraled out of control, impacting not only his health but also his business. The turning point came when he connected with the FOJ community, finding a network of support that helped him navigate the choppy waters of recovery.
He also delves into the concept of divine timing, reflecting on how certain moments seemed almost orchestrated to guide him towards a better path. Throughout the episode, Jeff emphasizes the power of support groups and the importance of having a community that understands your struggles. He shares his future plans, which include collaborating with others who are on their own sobriety journeys.
His story serves as a beacon of hope for anyone facing similar challenges, showing that it’s possible to turn your life around with the right support. This episode isn’t just about Jeff’s past; it’s also about his future and the potential for helping others who are struggling with addiction. If you’re looking for an inspiring tale of resilience and community support, this conversation between Jerry and Jeff is one you won’t want to miss.