Musician Pete C. Opens Up About His Road to Recovery on The Right Mind Media Podcast
I had a bag of trash that I was dragging around with me since my childhood and a lot of shame and guilt and remorse and depression and sadness. And all the stuff is in this bag that I got from, I guess, my family of origin.
Pete C., a talented musician, takes the mic in this episode of The Right Mind Media Podcast to share his raw and honest journey through addiction and recovery. His story, the twelfth in the 'Recovery Stories' series, is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Pete delves into his battle with alcoholism, detailing how it wreaked havoc on his career and personal life.
He speaks candidly about the overwhelming sense of hopelessness that gripped him before he found solace in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Through AA, Pete discovered a community of fellow musicians and artists who were also on the path to recovery, providing him with much-needed support and understanding. Despite achieving sobriety, Pete faced ongoing struggles with depression and suicidal thoughts. It wasn't until he embraced therapy, something he had initially been skeptical about, that he began to truly heal.
With the help of a trusted therapist, Pete confronted the deep-seated issues from his childhood that had fueled his addiction. His journey highlights the importance of community and professional help in overcoming addiction and finding peace. Tune in to hear Pete's inspiring story and learn how he turned his life around.