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Pat C. - We Put Down The Spoon & Pick Up The Fork
Pat C. - We Put Down The Spoon & Pick Up The Fork
Pat C. - We Put Down The Spoon & Pick Up The Fork
Monday 8th April 2024
Pat C. shares his journey from addiction to long-term recovery, offering hope and inspiration in this heartfelt episode of Podcast Recovery.
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80 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Pat C. grew up in a dysfunctional family affected by addiction.
- He started using alcohol and drugs at a young age.
- A near-death experience pushed him towards recovery.
- Faith-based programmes played a crucial role in his journey.
- Pat now helps others battling addiction.
Every day is a good day that I wake up and don't have to put one in me or try to find a way to get one more
In this episode of Podcast Recovery, Pat C. shares his gripping journey from the depths of addiction to the heights of long-term recovery. Growing up in a fatherless home in Baltimore, Pat was exposed to addiction's harsh realities early on. His mother struggled with addiction, and tragically, he lost his brother to a heroin overdose.
Despite vowing never to follow the same path, Pat found himself ensnared by substance abuse, starting with alcohol at a young age and eventually turning to harder drugs like heroin. Pat's story takes you through his transformation from a self-described Superman when under the influence to hitting rock bottom and experiencing a near-death encounter due to cirrhosis and hepatitis C.
He candidly discusses the moments that led him to seek help, including a stint at a faith-based organisation that played a pivotal role in his recovery. The episode is filled with raw honesty as Pat talks about the struggles and triumphs of his eight years of sobriety. He shares how he rebuilt his life, found purpose, and now works to help others battling addiction. His narrative is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, offering hope to anyone facing similar challenges.
Why should you listen? Pat's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of recovery. Whether you're in recovery yourself, supporting someone who is, or just looking for an inspiring tale of overcoming adversity, this episode has something for you. Tune in to hear Pat's powerful message of hope and transformation.