Paul Noddings

Stories of Addiction

Paul Noddings

  • Robert - Finding Relief In Recovery

Robert - Finding Relief In Recovery

Tuesday 24th September 2019

Join Robert as he shares his journey from addiction to sobriety, emphasizing support, self-care, and mentorship. Listen now.
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47 minutes
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Stories of Addiction
Author:
Paul Noddings
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Categories:
Sobriety Success Stories
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
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Robert's Road to Recovery: A Story of Resilience and Hope

If I had a tax issue, I'd go to a tax lawyer. Then, when I came out of that, I got another sponsor. And if I had just come clean with the whole thing and just gave it back and said: you know what I was wrong, let's start over, but you know I can't go back. I got days Today in my new recovery program and I feel like the six and a half years that I was sober did not go to waste whatsoever.
Robert, a 61-year-old from Southern California, has faced more than his fair share of challenges. Growing up with alcoholic parents, he took his first drink at just ten years old, seeking an escape from a harsh reality. His journey spiraled into cocaine use and eventually led to jail time. But Robert's story is not just about the darkness of addiction; it's about the light he found on his path to recovery.
Now three months clean and living in a sober environment, Robert shares the ups and downs of his struggle and the pivotal moments that kept him going. He talks candidly about the pain his addiction caused others and the importance of accepting responsibility. Robert also highlights the crucial role of support systems, self-care, and mentorship in maintaining sobriety.
This episode is a heartfelt account of one man's fight to reclaim his life, offering hope and inspiration to anyone on a similar journey.