Joanie Sigal
Joanie Sigal
Paul Fletcher - Former Major League Pitcher and Now Recovered Alcoholic
Paul Fletcher - Former Major League Pitcher and Now Recovered Alcoholic
Paul Fletcher - Former Major League Pitcher and Now Recovered Alcoholic
Thursday 26th September 2019
Paul Fletcher, ex-MLB pitcher, shares his battle with alcoholism and his journey to sobriety on 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return'.
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Get the buttons here!Paul Fletcher: From Major League Pitcher to Advocate for Sobriety
I gotta learn what you think about myself. It's not up to me to care what anybody else thinks about me. And so when I started talking about it and being able to discuss it with people, then you know that was kind of like: yeah, you know, think of me as you will, but um, from this point on, you know I'm working forward and and trying to be the best I can be, and if that's not good enough for you, then you know you're not meant to be in my life or anything.
Picture this: you're a major league baseball player living the dream, but behind the scenes, alcohol is wreaking havoc on your life. This was Paul Fletcher's reality. In this gripping episode of 'The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return', Paul opens up about his struggles with alcoholism during his time with the Phillies and Oakland Athletics. The pressure and easy access to alcohol led him down a dark path that cost him his family and almost his life.
He even reached a point where he tried to end it all with a bottle of prescription pills. But Paul's story doesn't end there. With incredible resilience, he turned his life around and now dedicates himself to helping others find their way to sobriety. His journey is a stark reminder of the dangers lurking in professional sports and the importance of seeking help before it's too late.
Paul shares how professional treatment played a pivotal role in his recovery, particularly highlighting the unique approach at Narconon Suncoast, where he now works. This episode is not just about Paul's past; it's about the hope and strength he found in recovery and how he's using his experience to guide others. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation that underscores the power of self-love and acceptance in overcoming addiction.