Giovanni Fabozzo
Giovanni Fabozzo
John N. Age 29 Sober : 12/23/12
John N. Age 29 Sober : 12/23/12
John N. Age 29 Sober : 12/23/12
Wednesday 5th August 2020
Hear John N.'s inspiring journey from cocaine addiction to sobriety in 'Keep Coming Back: Real Stories of Sobriety and Recovery'.
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Giovanni Fabozzo
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Sobriety Success Stories
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Creative Recovery Journeys
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Get the buttons here!John's Path: From Cocaine Despair to a Hopeful Tomorrow
I realized that the negative voices in my head need to be positive voices in my head, and that could be god or like. That was like a light bulb moment for me.
Imagine sitting alone in a studio, snorting cocaine and playing solitaire, hoping not to wake up the next morning. That's where John N. found himself around the time of Hurricane Sandy. In this episode of 'Keep Coming Back: Real Stories of Sobriety and Recovery', John opens up about his harrowing battle with addiction and his remarkable journey to sobriety. At just 29 years old, John had already hit rock bottom.
His life was consumed by cocaine, leaving him in a constant state of hopelessness. He shares how he reached a point where he was fine with dying, a stark reminder of the dangers of addiction. The turning point for John came when he walked into a recovery room and realized he couldn't fight this battle alone.
He embraced the suggestions offered to him, understanding that his previous attempts at sobriety had failed because he tried to do it all by himself. John's story highlights the importance of community and support in recovery. Throughout the episode, John reflects on the difficulties of staying sober, especially when faced with triggers. He talks about the financial toll addiction took on his life and how sobriety has brought positive changes.
John also discusses the struggles of early sober dating and how he's learned to navigate it in a healthier way. One of the most powerful moments in John's journey was when he learned to replace the negative voices in his head with positive ones. He describes this as a light bulb moment, likening it to finding a higher power or something greater than himself. This shift in mindset has been crucial in his recovery.
John's story is a testament to the power of positive thinking and making tough decisions for a sober life. His journey from despair to hope serves as an inspiration for anyone struggling with addiction. Tune in to hear John's candid reflections and find encouragement in his story.