Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health
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Rock Bottom
Rock Bottom
Rock Bottom
Thursday 24th March 2022
Tune into Crosstalk's 'Rock Bottom' episode for real stories of hitting rock bottom and finding hope through recovery.
35 minutes
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Turning Point / Four Rivers Behavioral Health
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Financial Health in Recovery
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Living your life like I was brainwashing probably is not the worst thing. I didn't get hospitalized, it was just my life had just become garbage, you know, like at one point I don't know if you guys ever experienced that- where you're sitting there- and I remember sitting on the couch in the house, you know I was an iv user. And it was like I accepted just that way of life, as it was just normal.
Ever wondered what it truly means to hit rock bottom? The Crosstalk podcast by Turning Point tackles this intense topic head-on in their episode 'Rock Bottom'. This isn't just a gloomy dive into the depths of addiction; it's a celebration of resilience and the human spirit's ability to bounce back.
The hosts and guests, all with personal experiences of addiction, bring raw honesty to the table as they recount their lowest moments and the turning points that led them to recovery. They don't shy away from the dark times but also find humor in the insanity of it all, showing that even in the darkest times, there's room for laughter and hope.
One standout moment in the episode is when a guest highlights a hard truth: 'You can't want it more for someone than they want it for themselves'. This underlines a crucial point – while peer support and community are vital, the drive to change must come from within. The discussion moves from the despair of rock bottom to the empowering realization that change is possible.
Listeners will hear about the importance of reprogramming the mind for sobriety, which some might call brainwashing, but in reality, it's about creating new, healthier habits and thought patterns. The episode is peppered with anecdotes that show the power of community in recovery. Being surrounded by people who truly understand your struggles can make all the difference. As one guest puts it, 'I get to have real fun with real friends and I get to remember it all'.
'Rock Bottom' is more than just a podcast episode; it's a beacon of hope for anyone feeling trapped in addiction. It’s a reminder that hitting rock bottom isn’t the end – it can be the start of something beautiful.