Barry's Journey: From Alcoholism to Sober Running
Episode Overview
Just showing up is half the battle in both running and sobriety. Embrace pain as a part of growth and transformation. Sobriety can redefine your perspective on winning and losing. Community support is crucial in overcoming addiction. Running can be a powerful tool in the recovery journey.
You can always do one more thing. Wake up, go out, take one step, and take another step.
Barry's journey from a troubled youth to a sober runner is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode of Recovery Road Runners, hosts Vinny and Doug chat with Barry about his transformation and the importance of just showing up. Barry shares candid stories about his struggles with alcoholism, his time in the military, and how running became a crucial part of his recovery.
He talks about embracing pain as part of growth and how sobriety has redefined his ideas of winning and losing—both on the road and in life. Barry's honesty about his journey, including his humorous take on technology and his unique running style, makes this episode both engaging and relatable. Whether you're running for recovery or simply looking for inspiration, Barry's story offers motivation and practical advice for your own path forward.
Don't miss out on this heartfelt conversation that underscores the power of persistence and community in overcoming addiction.