Finding Hope in Faith: Josh and Tosha's Journey from Incarceration to Recovery
Episode Overview
Faith can be a powerful tool in recovery, even if you're not religious. Building a supportive community is crucial for those recovering from substance use. Practical steps like finding a job and making amends are essential post-incarceration. Everyone needs some form of support—be it a friend, family member, or higher power. Personal stories can offer hope and guidance to those feeling stuck.
We all need help, whether it be a friend, a father, or a God to pray to.
In this heartfelt episode of Rock of Recovery, Josh Baum and Tosha Linville share a message of hope for those incarcerated. They discuss their personal journeys, highlighting how faith—not necessarily religion—has played a pivotal role in their recovery. Josh and Tosha open up about their own struggles with substance use and the importance of finding a supportive community, whether it be through a church or other means.
They emphasise that everyone needs some form of support, be it a friend, a father figure, or even a higher power, to navigate life's challenges. Josh talks about his grandfather's influence and how reading the Bible became a source of strength for him. Tosha shares her own experiences with faith and how it evolved over time, especially during her stints in regional jails.
They both stress the importance of building a new life after incarceration, focusing on practical steps like finding a job and making amends with loved ones. The episode is filled with candid conversations, light-hearted moments, and practical advice aimed at helping those who feel stuck and hopeless. If you're looking for an honest, compassionate take on recovery and faith, this episode is a must-listen.