Shannon
Shannon
Mike's story
Mike's story
Mike's story
Thursday 3rd March 2022
Mike discusses his journey from addiction to advocacy, emphasizing compassion and the role of community in recovery on 'Recovery Captured'.
85 minutes
Compassionate
Informative
Hopeful
Engaging
Supportive
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Shannon
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Mike's Path to Healing: From Addiction to Advocacy
My best day in recovery is better than my worst day drinking.
Picture a father of three boys and countless animals, who's been battling addiction since 2017. That's Mike. In this episode of 'Recovery Captured', host Shannon Louise sits down with Mike to uncover his powerful journey from the depths of addiction to becoming a certified peer recovery coach. Mike opens up about his early traumas and the immense lengths he went to protect his addiction, painting a vivid picture of the struggles many face. But his story doesn't end there.
Mike shares the pivotal moment that set him on the path to recovery, highlighting the crucial role of support and community in his healing process. Now, as an advocate for compassion and change, Mike emphasizes treating those with addiction with kindness rather than judgment. He discusses the various paths to recovery, stressing that what works for one might not work for another. Shannon and Mike also touch on the importance of spirituality and finding a safe space to heal.
For anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is, Mike's story offers a beacon of hope and resilience. Tune in to hear how he's using his experiences to help others find their way out of the darkness.