Daniel Unmanageable
Daniel Unmanageable
Recipe for A Better Life: A Conversation with Chef in Recovery, Colin Nelson.
Recipe for A Better Life: A Conversation with Chef in Recovery, Colin Nelson.
Recipe for A Better Life: A Conversation with Chef in Recovery, Colin Nelson.
Tuesday 27th December 2022
Join Chef Colin Nelson on Hard Knox Talks as he shares his journey from addiction to recovery and how cooking helped him find resilience and hope.
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Get the buttons here!Chef Colin Nelson's Recipe for Recovery: From Addiction to Culinary Healing
I learned that it takes a village to heal, and my life got better the day I realized that there was resilience in my soul
Ever wondered how a passion for food can become a lifeline? In this heartfelt episode of 'Hard Knox Talks: Sober Stories. Real Talk.', host Daniel Unmanageable sits down with Chef Colin Nelson, who opens up about his journey from the depths of addiction to the warmth of recovery. Colin, a chef with over a decade of experience, spent five of those years lost in addiction.
The turning point came when he realized he didn't want to end up like his friends who had overdosed and died. On a cold Christmas night, Colin shares his story of hope and resilience, emphasizing that it takes a village to heal. He recounts how the support of his community and his love for cooking played pivotal roles in his recovery.
Colin's story is not just about overcoming addiction; it's about finding self-worth and purpose through the transformative power of food. He highlights the challenges he faced, the victories he celebrated, and the importance of having a strong support system. As Colin puts it, 'My life got better the day I realized that there was resilience in my soul'.
This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with addiction, reminding us all that recovery is possible with the right support and a sense of purpose. Tune in to hear Colin's inspiring journey and discover how the culinary arts helped him turn his life around.