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Johon EchoHawk Atkinson- Episode 102
Johon EchoHawk Atkinson- Episode 102
Johon EchoHawk Atkinson- Episode 102
Wednesday 10th May 2023
Johon EchoHawk Atkinson shares his inspiring journey of one year sobriety and cultural rediscovery on The Anonymous Eskimo Podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Johon EchoHawk Atkinson shares his one-year sobriety journey and the challenges faced
- Growing up in an environment marred by alcoholism, Johon reflects on the impact on his early memories
- The struggle of breaking free from the cycle of alcohol abuse and the loneliness experienced during the journey
- Embracing intergenerational trauma and the significance of rediscovering indigenous cultural identity on the path to healing
- Johon highlights the commitment to sobriety as a means of embracing self-respect, confronting emotions, and honouring one's heritage
Every single one of our values in our indigenous tribe is a big pillar of that. The foundation is respect, is respect for each other and respect for ourselves, and being able to live an alcohol-free life, a drug-free life, living a sober life, that is a commitment. And that is a commitment that you're taking to take care of yourself, take care of your body, to be able to make right decisions.
In this heartfelt episode of The Anonymous Eskimo Podcast, host Ralph Sara sits down with Johon EchoHawk Atkinson, a proud member of the Wolf Clan of the Tsimshian Nation from Metlakatla, Alaska. Johon, who has been recognized as a Sober Hero by Recover Alaska, shares his powerful story of achieving one year of sobriety. Raised in an environment where alcohol was a constant shadow, Johon's early life was marred by its destructive effects.
Breaking free from this cycle was no small feat, and Johon opens up about the loneliness and challenges he faced along the way. But his journey is not just about quitting alcohol; it's also about rediscovering and embracing his indigenous cultural identity. Johon emphasizes that sobriety involves self-respect, emotional healing, and honoring one's heritage. His story is a testament to the strength and courage needed to overcome intergenerational trauma and find hope in recovery.