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Sam D. - Do You Think God Is Counting?
Sam D. - Do You Think God Is Counting?
Sam D. - Do You Think God Is Counting?
Monday 7th October 2024
Sam D. shares his heartfelt journey from addiction to recovery, battling chronic illness and finding hope in community support.
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53 minutes
Honest
Hopeful
Inspiring
Supportive
Raw
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Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Early anti-drug stance influenced by family tragedies.
- Chronic Lyme disease led to isolation and substance use.
- First recovery meeting was a pivotal moment.
- Relapse did not erase previous growth and learning.
- Interconnectedness of physical, mental, and spiritual health.
The relapse didn’t cancel out all the growth and learning; it just put me in a place where I had to dig it back up.
Sam D. brings a raw and heartfelt story to the table in this episode of Podcast Recovery. Sharing his journey from a young anti-drug advocate to battling addiction, Sam's story is filled with ups and downs that many will find relatable. From dealing with chronic Lyme disease to finding solace in Narcotics Anonymous, Sam's tale is a testament to resilience and the power of community support.
Sam opens up about his early years, marked by a strong anti-drug stance influenced by family tragedies related to substance abuse. However, a severe illness during his adolescence led him down a path of isolation and eventual substance use as an escape. His candid recounting of experimenting with various substances, while grappling with the consequences, paints a vivid picture of the struggle many face. The turning point in Sam's life came when he attended his first recovery meeting.
Describing it as an eye-opening experience, he realised he had found what he was looking for—a community that understood and supported him. Despite experiencing a relapse after ten years of sobriety, Sam emphasises that the growth and learning from his initial recovery journey were not lost. Sam's story is not just about addiction but also about managing chronic illness and mental health.
His experiences with Lyme disease and bipolar disorder add layers to his narrative, highlighting the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and spiritual health. Sam’s reflections on these aspects provide valuable insights for anyone facing similar challenges. This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is a continuous journey. Sam's resilience and honesty offer hope and encouragement to those struggling with addiction.
His message is clear: no matter how daunting the past or uncertain the future, there is always hope and support available. Tune in to hear Sam’s inspiring journey and discover the strength within yourself.