Normalizing Recovery
Normalizing Recovery
John McAndrew Episode #49 Music & Recovery
John McAndrew Episode #49 Music & Recovery
John McAndrew Episode #49 Music & Recovery
Sunday 23rd July 2023
John McAndrew reveals how music helped him overcome addiction and mental health challenges on 'Recovery Lab'.
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Episode Overview
- John McAndrew's journey of music and recovery at Cumberland Heights in Nashville, Tennessee
- Insights into the complexities of recovery and the transformative power of faith and gratitude
- Embracing resilience and finding purpose beyond addiction
- The significance of music as a healing and connecting force in recovery
- Navigating challenges of substance abuse and mental health issues
Well, God ain't these buildings and God ain't these books God ain't all that money that old preacher man took God ain't angry and God ain't loud God found me at the bottom not up in the clouds and God always touches those who've fallen down and if God's a little bit busy I'll love you right now God will touch somebody near and they'll love you for now cause God always touches those who've fallen down.
Imagine finding a lifeline in the midst of chaos. That's what singer-songwriter John McAndrew discovered with music. In this episode of 'Recovery Lab', John opens up about his battle with substance abuse and mental health struggles, sharing how music became his guiding light. From ruined performances to blackout drives, his talent never left him, even when he was at his lowest.
Emerging from the fog, John found a new path, one that intertwined his love for music with his journey to sobriety. His time at Cumberland Heights in Nashville played a pivotal role in this transformation, allowing him to blend spirituality with his passion for music. This episode isn't just about John's story; it's a deep dive into the power of faith, gratitude, and the human spirit.
Listeners will hear how music can be a vehicle for healing and connection, offering a sense of purpose beyond addiction. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the intersection of music and healing, John's story is a powerful reminder of resilience and transformation.