Addiction Prevention Coalition
Addiction Prevention Coalition
Restoring Connection: A Conversation with Randy Hall
Restoring Connection: A Conversation with Randy Hall
Restoring Connection: A Conversation with Randy Hall
Thursday 22nd June 2023
Randy Hall discusses his journey from addiction to recovery using Buddhist practices on APC Recovery Cafe. A story of connection, mindfulness, and hope.
37 minutes
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Episode Overview
- Randy's struggle with substance use disorder and high-achieving life
- The transformative impact of Buddhist practices and principles on his recovery journey
- The role of community and ethical framework in Recovery Dharma
- The power of self-reflection and self-compassion in recovery
- The importance of connection and empathy in recovery
I was very good at managing other people's perceptions and creating the appearance of having everything together, almost the appearance of perfection, because when I was a child, that's how I felt safe. So I've kind of took that and ran with it. And that kind of became like my personality, if you will, like I would just adapt to whatever group that I was kind of flung into. And that made me a great attorney in many ways, because I could be whoever the decision maker wanted me to be.
Imagine finding solace and connection after years of battling addiction. In this episode of APC Recovery Cafe, Randy Hall, the President of Recovery Dharma Global, opens up about his transformative journey. Once a high-achieving student and professional, Randy's life took a dramatic turn due to substance use disorder. He candidly shares how he felt isolated and lost for over two decades, until a medical crisis led him down an unexpected path to recovery.
Diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, Randy faced a life-altering challenge that surprisingly brought positive changes. Through Buddhist practices and principles, he found a way to reconnect with himself and others. Randy's story isn't just about overcoming addiction; it's about embracing a holistic approach to recovery that fosters empathy, self-reflection, and community support. As the President of Recovery Dharma Global, he now leads a peer-led community offering over 500 recovery meetings worldwide.
His journey highlights the power of mindfulness and compassion in creating a fulfilling life free from addiction. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of finding peace and purpose through spirituality and community.