Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
Mark B. is a residential school survivor and retired gangster living in Victoria, BC with a powerful story of recovery.
Mark B. is a residential school survivor and retired gangster living in Victoria, BC with a powerful story of recovery.
Mark B. is a residential school survivor and retired gangster living in Victoria, BC with a powerful story of recovery.
Saturday 4th January 2025
Mark B., a residential school survivor and former gangster, shares his powerful story of recovery and resilience.
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83 minutes
Inspiring
Raw
Hopeful
Honest
Non-judgmental
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Daniel Unmanageable
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Get the buttons here!From Trauma to Triumph: Mark B.'s Journey to Recovery
Episode Overview
- Mark B.'s journey from trauma to recovery.
- The impact of residential schools on Indigenous children.
- The role of community and spirituality in healing.
- Using ayahuasca for trauma therapy.
- The continuous process of self-improvement in recovery.
The journey isn't a destination; it's a complete new way of living.
Mark B. has lived a life that reads like a gripping novel, filled with trials, tribulations, and triumphs. In this episode of Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk., Mark shares his journey from being a residential school survivor and former gangster to finding long-term recovery and peace. His story is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, offering a raw look into the challenges he faced and how he overcame them.
Mark's early life was marred by the trauma of the 60's scoop, which saw him separated from his culture and placed in a residential school. This led to a tumultuous youth filled with substance abuse and crime as he sought solace in the wrong places. However, his narrative takes a hopeful turn as he describes his path to recovery, which includes reconnecting with his Indigenous roots and finding support in unexpected places.
Throughout the episode, Mark emphasises the importance of community, spirituality, and continuous self-improvement. He candidly discusses his experiences with ayahuasca, a plant medicine that helped him confront and heal deep-seated traumas. Mark's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of recovery. If you're looking for a tale of redemption and hope, this episode is a must-listen.