Mosh Pits, Budweiser, and the Road to Recovery: Tommy's Story
Episode Overview
Tommy shares his journey from addiction to recovery, highlighting the challenges and experiences he faced The podcast delves into the importance of support and community in maintaining sobriety Tommy's raw and unfiltered account provides insight into the struggles of homelessness and addiction The episode emphasizes the power of reaching out for help and the impact of stigma surrounding addiction Listeners gain valuable perspectives on the complexities of sobriety and the journey to finding hope in recovery
I reach out when I'm having bad times, when I'm having good times, when I just don't know. Get numbers, people's numbers. I'm in Alcoholics Anonymous but I'm not anonymous if someone ever needs help they can reach out to me and ask me. I don't try and keep it a secret because then that's what gives it power, the stigma behind addiction.
Imagine getting tossed around in a mosh pit, feeling the pain of each hit, and then waking up to the harsh reality of addiction. That's exactly what Tommy experienced, and he’s here to share his rollercoaster journey to sobriety. In this episode of 'Clean or Sober', host Dave sits down with Tommy, who opens up about his numerous attempts to get clean and the turning points that finally led him to a life without drugs or alcohol.
Tommy’s brother got sober first, providing a glimpse into what life could be like without substances. This episode dives deep into Tommy’s struggles, from creating chaotic mosh pits to dealing with physical injuries and homelessness. But it's not all doom and gloom. Tommy's story is also about finding incredible support systems and building relationships that feel more like family than friends. It's a raw, unfiltered look at the highs and lows of addiction and recovery.
If you’re curious about what it takes to overcome such challenges or just need a dose of inspiration, this episode is a must-listen.