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Josh K. - I Was A Lost Kid
Josh K. - I Was A Lost Kid
Josh K. - I Was A Lost Kid
Wednesday 7th February 2024
Josh K. shares his journey from a 'lost kid' to embracing sobriety, highlighting the importance of community, honesty, and personal responsibility.
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87 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Josh K. shares his journey from a 'lost kid' to sobriety.
- Discusses the impact of family dynamics and bullying on his addiction.
- Highlights the role of Narcotics Anonymous (N.A.) in his recovery.
- Emphasises the importance of community support and honest relationships.
- Offers advice to those struggling: surrender and look for the good in people.
Get out of your own way, surrender, and look for the good in people.
Josh K. takes centre stage in this episode of Podcast Recovery, sharing his tumultuous journey from a 'lost kid' to a person embracing sobriety. Born in Baltimore and raised in Crownsville, Josh recounts his early life marked by a sense of isolation and a 'know-it-all' attitude that kept him from seeking help. He candidly talks about his initial brushes with recovery and how his stubborn independence led him to hit rock bottom multiple times before truly committing to change.
Josh's story is peppered with raw honesty and humour, making it both relatable and engaging. He reflects on his upbringing, mentioning his single Jewish mother and the anxiety issues that ran in the family. He also touches on the emotional scars left by bullying and the impact of emotionally unavailable parents. These early experiences set the stage for his struggles with addiction, where he used drugs to fill the void of loneliness and emotional pain.
The turning point came when Josh finally embraced Narcotics Anonymous (N.A.) and began to understand the importance of community and support. He highlights the pivotal role of a caring couple who were also in recovery and how their friendship helped him see the need for change. Through N.A., Josh learned to confront his fears, take personal responsibility, and find a sponsor who wouldn't tolerate any nonsense.
This episode isn't just about Josh's past; it's about his ongoing journey and the lessons he's learned along the way. From the significance of maintaining honest relationships to the value of spiritual practices like meditation and service, Josh offers plenty of food for thought. His message to anyone struggling with addiction is clear: get out of your own way, surrender, and look for the good in people.
Tune in to hear Josh's compelling story and find out how one man's journey can offer hope and inspiration to others facing similar battles.