Arlina Allen
Arlina Allen
OC71-John M, A Mentally Ill Mother, The 12 Steps, 30 Years Sober after Early Relapses
OC71-John M, A Mentally Ill Mother, The 12 Steps, 30 Years Sober after Early Relapses
OC71-John M, A Mentally Ill Mother, The 12 Steps, 30 Years Sober after Early Relapses
Monday 11th February 2019
John M's 30-year journey to sobriety showcases resilience against mental illness and addiction. Listen to his story on 'The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast'.
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Arlina Allen
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!John M's 30-Year Sobriety: Triumph Over Mental Illness and Addiction
I feel like all our time is gone. And I realized I've told this story before and there have been people who came up to me and they said my story wasn't quite as clean.
Picture a life marked by constant moving, a mentally ill mother, and the early onset of addiction. This is John M's story, and it's one of incredible resilience. On this episode of 'The One Day At A Time Recovery Podcast', John sits down with host Arlina Allen to recount his 30-year journey to sobriety. From a turbulent childhood to battling addiction in his early 20s, John faced numerous challenges that seemed insurmountable.
But with the help of the 12 steps and a supportive community, he found a way out. One of the most touching moments in John's story is when he decided to make amends with his mother after years of estrangement. His tale is a powerful reminder that recovery is possible, even in the face of daunting obstacles. Tune in to hear John's inspiring journey and gain insights into the importance of community, making amends, and daily practices in maintaining sobriety.