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Mike Gibson | From NFL Standout To Addiction, Finding A Higher Power, Sobriety & Spreading Hope
Mike Gibson | From NFL Standout To Addiction, Finding A Higher Power, Sobriety & Spreading Hope
Mike Gibson | From NFL Standout To Addiction, Finding A Higher Power, Sobriety & Spreading Hope
Monday 6th March 2023
Listen to Mike Gibson's inspiring journey from NFL success to battling addiction and finding long-term sobriety on 'Knockin' Doorz Down'.
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Get the buttons here!Mike Gibson: From NFL Stardom to Sobriety and Hope
So, talking to my wife, it was a situation of you know, is it worth it going out there, getting my butt kicked for what could be nothing? You know my last two years, when I was in Arizona and getting them sent to me from around the country, you know, and it was, I remember, to situate where I didn't have anything.
What happens when a professional athlete's life spirals out of control due to addiction? Meet Mike Gibson, a former NFL guard whose journey from the heights of football fame to the depths of heroin and methamphetamine addiction is nothing short of remarkable. In this episode of 'Knockin' Doorz Down', host Jason LaChance sits down with Mike to uncover his powerful story of recovery and resilience. Mike's tale begins in Napa, California, where he was born and raised.
He went on to play college football at UC Berkeley and was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2008. Despite his success on the field, Mike's career was marred by injuries, leading him to become addicted to prescription pain medication by his third year in the NFL. This addiction only deepened after he retired and became a sheriff in Napa County, where he continued to abuse OxyContin and Adderall.
The turning point came after Mike was asked to resign from his position as a sheriff following an incident involving these substances. What followed were six stints in treatment facilities, each time with Mike losing more of what he had once held dear. It was during his last treatment, completely broke and having lost everything, that Mike experienced a spiritual awakening. Embracing a higher power and committing to the 12-step program, he finally found the path to long-term sobriety.
In this heartfelt conversation, Mike shares the pivotal role that family support and faith-based recovery programs played in his journey. He also sheds light on the dangers of prescription pain medications and the broader opioid crisis. Today, Mike dedicates his life to spreading hope and awareness about addiction and mental health, aiming to inspire others to share their stories and seek help. Tune in to hear Mike Gibson's incredible story of redemption and the lessons he's learned along the way.
Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and a message of hope.