Joe Hardin: From Addiction to Ultra Running and Artistic Mastery
Episode Overview
Joe Hardin shares his journey from addiction to sobriety. The importance of community support in recovery. How ultra running and woodworking contribute to Joe's sobriety. Benefits of a plant-based diet for runners. Practical advice for those in early sobriety or new to running.
Community is the opposite of addiction. Community is how we battle addiction.
If you're looking for a dose of inspiration, Recovery Road Runners has got you covered with this episode featuring Joe Hardin. Joe is an ultra runner, woodworking artist, writer, and sobriety advocate who shares his incredible journey of recovery and transformation. Doug Fingless hosts this heartfelt conversation, diving into Joe's life experiences, from battling addiction and mental health issues to finding solace in running and creativity.
Joe opens up about his struggles with alcohol and benzodiazepines, and how he overcame these challenges to embrace a healthier lifestyle. His candidness about his darkest moments, including suicidal thoughts, makes this episode both raw and uplifting. You'll also hear about Joe's impressive achievements in ultra running and his passion for woodworking, which has become a significant part of his sobriety journey. He talks about the joy he finds in creating art and how it helps him stay grounded.
Doug and Joe discuss the importance of community in recovery, emphasising how supportive networks can make all the difference. They also touch on the benefits of a plant-based diet for runners and how it has positively impacted their lives. This episode is packed with valuable insights, personal anecdotes, and practical advice for anyone on their own recovery journey or supporting someone who is.
Whether you're a runner, a creative soul, or someone seeking hope and encouragement, Joe's story will resonate deeply with you. Tune in to hear how he turned his life around and continues to inspire others with his resilience and determination.